Former middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis broke his silence on Monday about his one-sided UFC 319 loss to Khamzat Chimaev.
Chimaev dominated Du Plessis over 5 rounds on the United Middle in Chicago on Aug. 16 to seize the 185-pound championship. Du Plessis made no excuses for the loss and plans an ‘unimaginable return to glory.’
“It’s been simply over per week and I’ve spent a while with my household and associates, these closest to me who might be with me win or lose.
I embrace this loss with open arms, as a result of consider me as a lot as I hate dropping, it’s as a lot a part of life as a part of our game- and I consider it’s essential in my pursuit of greatness. “With out the bitter, the candy wouldn’t be as candy.”
Make no mistake I’m not a very good loser, as a result of a very good loser turns into a frequent one. I’m however- an avid learner of the humanities and of life itself.
This loss has exploded a need in me that can have the consequence of an onslaught greater than the unique domination- my return to glory and pursuit of greatness might be unimaginable for the typical minded.
I’ve completely no excuses for my efficiency, I used to be overwhelmed by a greater fighter on the night time, congratulations to my opponent and thanks for the honour of sharing the octagon with you.
Thanks for all of the love and help from followers all around the world, and my sponsors that has all the time and can sooner or later play a essential position in my success
AND SINCERELY thanks to all those that loved to see me fall, as a result of I’ll return the favour, like I all the time have.
I consider within the plan of my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ for He is aware of finest and I can’t wait to see what He has deliberate for me going ahead.”
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