Dricus du Plessis’ Camp Dismisses Light Heavyweight Grand Prix Speculation

Speculation regarding a potential Light Heavyweight Grand Prix featuring former UFC Middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis has been addressed by the fighter's camp. Despite previous murmurs surrounding a potential jump to 205 pounds for the South African star, his coaching staff has explicitly signaled that a move to the light heavyweight division is not currently in the cards.

Du Plessis last appeared in the Octagon three months ago, where he secured a dominant performance against former Welterweight champion Kamaru Usman at the UFC Oklahoma City event. Since that victory, the middleweight standout has maintained a low profile regarding his immediate professional trajectory, though he had previously expressed interest in reclaiming a title shot at 185 pounds.

The rumors of a Light Heavyweight Grand Prix provided an intriguing scenario for fans of multi-divisional title pursuits, but those plans appear to be shelved for the time being. With the coaching staff distancing du Plessis from the 205-pound bracket, it appears the focus remains firmly on the middleweight landscape.

Fantasy managers should note that du Plessis’ status as a potential multi-division disruptor is currently on hold. Players relying on him for tournament-style or crossover event scoring should adjust their expectations, as his path continues to center around the middleweight hierarchy rather than an immediate transition into the heavier weight class.

Source: MMA Mania.