Dricus Du Plessis Insults Leon Edwards With “Little Man” Jibe After UFC Champ Confesses His Dream

Combat fans are in for a treat as the upcoming year is packed with fights that could potentially break internet servers. Next year’s UFC PPV events start with the highly anticipated title bout between Dricus Du Plessis and Sean Strickland. The reigning champion, Strickland, will defend his title against Du Plessis at UFC 297 in Toronto, instead of against Khamzat Chimaev, as many expected. While Chimaev’s name topped the discussions after the announcement, another name has made a surprise entry in the 185 lbs title picture.

Amidst all the commotion at middleweight, a rather unusual revelat͏ion has been made by the welterweight ͏cha͏mpion, Leon͏ Edwards.͏ The champ has declared his dream of getting the champ-champ status, illuminating his intention to start on a journey in the middleweight division shortly. Dricus Du Plessis took notice of ͏Edwards’ challenge and promptly decided to put him in his place.

Dricus Du Plessis gives Leon Edwards a reality check

Leon Edwards is set to headline the upcoming UFC 296 event against Colby Covington. The welterweight champion will make his second title defense against the former interim champion at the final PPV of the year in Las Vegas. While Covington is by no means an easy challenge, Edwards is already planning past ‘Chaos.’

Recently, while having an interview session with Sky Sports, Edwards was asked about his aspiration after defending his title. ‘Rocky’ stated, “I’m big myself… I feel like that would be perfect. I feel like me going out there being double champ, first-ever from the UK to do it. That’s definitely one of my goals, so that’s on the cards for sure.”

Edwards, in his demeanor, challenged the prospective winner of Sean Strickland vs. Dricus Du Plessis to a fight at UFC 300. Edward’s words might have been brave, but it is not easy to get ahead in the middleweight division. Du Plessis’ eyes caught Edward’s challenge and the fighter took to Instagram to state his response via a story.

Du Plessis captioned the story, “Easy to see you have never seen me in person little man “. Du Plessis has given a stern warning to the welterweight champ about getting into the middleweight division. But before all that, the Englishman has ‘Chaos’ to worry about.

The fated clash between Edwards and Covington

The upcoming clash between Leon Edwards and Colby Covington is set the define the fate of UFC’s welterweight division. Edwards is coming strong with his record of defeating Kamaru Usman twice in a row, thus solidifying his status as the champion. On the other hand, Covington is known to be a relentless fighter with a unique style and controversial persona.

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Despite previous losses to ͏Usman, Covington bounced back with notable wins ͏over Jorge Masvidal ͏and Tyron Woodley. This bout represents a collision͏ of styles, personalities, and ideologies, promising a ͏war of attrition and willpower.

Can Leon Edwards repeat Conor McGregor’s feat? How will he fare at UFC 296? Tell us in the comment below.

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