Dricus du Plessis vs Israel Adesanya
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Dricus du Plessis
23-3-0
Israel Adesanya
"The Last Stylebender"
24-6-0Physical Comparison
Israel Adesanya has the height edge at 193cm vs 185cm for Dricus du Plessis — a 8cm difference that gives Adesanya the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Dricus du Plessis brings a record of 23-3-0 across 26 professional bouts (88% win rate).Israel Adesanya enters with 24-6-0 from 30 fights (80% win rate).
Israel Adesanya has the experience edge with 30 bouts compared to 26 — that's 4 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
In terms of finishing power, Israel Adesanya carries the heavier hands with a 67% stoppage rate vs 39% for Dricus du Plessis. Adesanya is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
At 32, Dricus du Plessis is 4 years younger than Israel Adesanya (36). Youth can translate to speed, recovery, and a longer runway — but Adesanya's experience and ring IQ shouldn't be underestimated.
Key Factors
Plessis's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (88% vs 80%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Adesanya's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (67% KO rate)
- • Greater professional experience (30 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms