# Dricus

Dricus Du Plessis is pushing for an April return and a rematch with Khamzat Chimaev, while Sean Strickland comments on UFC pressure regarding fighter injuries.

### About Dricus
Dricus is a topic primarily focused on the mixed martial arts fighter Dricus Du Plessis, his career, and related UFC events.  

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[--] Month: [----------] +50%  
[--] Months: [-----------] -69%  
[--] Year: [-------------] +68%  
1-Year High: [-----------] on 2025-08-17  
1-Year Low: [------] on 2025-10-25  

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[---] unique social accounts have posts mentioning Dricus in the last [--] hours which is down 4.30% from [---] in the previous [--] hours
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1-Year High: [-----] on 2025-08-17  
1-Year Low: [---] on 2025-05-08  

The most influential creators that mention Dricus in the last [--] hours

| Creator                                                       | Rank | Followers  | Posts | Engagements |
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| [@ninadrama](/creator/youtube/ninadrama)                      | [--]    | [---------]  | [--]     | [------]      |
| [@tunemusicalmoments](/creator/youtube/tunemusicalmoments)    | [--]    | [---------]  | [--]    | [------]      |
| [@team](/creator/youtube/team)                                | [--]    | [-------]    | [--]     | [------]      |
| [@efcworldwidemma](/creator/youtube/efcworldwidemma)          | [--]    | [-------]    | [--]     | [-----]       |
| [@las_mma](/creator/tiktok/las_mma)                           | [--]    | [---]        | [--]     | [-----]       |
| [@ufc](/creator/youtube/ufc)                                  | [--]    | [----------] | [--]     | [---]         |
| [@airplane231](/creator/reddit/airplane231)                   | [--]    | [------]     | [--]     | [---]         |
| [@Status_Energy_7935](/creator/reddit/Status_Energy_7935)     | [--]    | [------]     | [--]     | [---]         |
| [@IgotgAme_k](/creator/reddit/IgotgAme_k)                     | [--]    | [-------]    | [--]     | [---]         |
| [@Imaginary-General189](/creator/reddit/Imaginary-General189) | [--]   | [-----]      | [--]     | [--]          |

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### Sentiment: 64%
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Current Value: 64%  
Daily Average: 54%  
[--] Month: 55% -2%  
[--] Months: 55% -13%  
[--] Year: 55% -28%  
1-Year High: 92% on 2025-12-06  
1-Year Low: 20% on 2025-04-15  

Most Supportive Themes:
- Khamzat Chimaev vs. Dricus Du Plessis Matchup: (60%) The highly anticipated fight between Khamzat Chimaev and Dricus Du Plessis is generating significant discussion, with fans analyzing the matchup, predicting outcomes, and sharing fight highlights. This matchup is a major focus within the MMA community.
- Sean Strickland's Comments on Dricus Du Plessis Rematch: (20%) Sean Strickland's claims about being pressured by the UFC to fight an injured Dricus Du Plessis are a significant topic of conversation, highlighting fighter-promoter dynamics and injury concerns. These discussions shed light on the pressures within the sport.
- Dricus Du Plessis' Career and Performances: (15%) Discussions also revolve around Dricus Du Plessis's past performances, title defenses, and overall career trajectory, including his notable victory over Israel Adesanya. His championship reign and past fights are frequently mentioned.
  
Most Critical Themes:
- Fighter Pressure and UFC Practices: (70%) Sean Strickland's statements regarding UFC pressure to fight while injured raise critical questions about fighter welfare and organizational practices. This theme highlights potential concerns regarding the treatment of athletes.
- Khamzat Chimaev's Dominance and Future: (30%) While the matchup is highly anticipated, some posts critically analyze Khamzat Chimaev's dominance, questioning the competitiveness of future title defenses. This perspective raises concerns about the future landscape of the division.
  

### Top Dricus Social Posts
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"Dricus Du Plessis Vs Darren The Gorrila #mma"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@healthyninjas2/video/7607404645924785430) [@healthyninjas2](/creator/tiktok/healthyninjas2) 2026-02-16T10:15Z 47.8K followers, [---] engagements


"Dricus Du Plessis: "Chwaa Adesanyii za to e daje szans takiemu zawodnikowi" https://www.mmarocks.pl/ufc/dricus-du-plessis-chwala-adesanyii-za-to-ze-daje-szanse-takiemu-zawodnikowi https://www.mmarocks.pl/ufc/dricus-du-plessis-chwala-adesanyii-za-to-ze-daje-szanse-takiemu-zawodnikowi"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MMARocksPL/status/2023310460326379724) [@MMARocksPL](/creator/x/MMARocksPL) 2026-02-16T08:16Z 11.2K followers, [---] engagements


"Number [--] is no doubt the biggest gimmick of all time #ufc #mmatok 2.) TheBigKFan was previously a dricus fan that went by dricusyourneighbour 3.) Jean Silva isnt a Top [--] gimmicks of all time 1.) Tom Aspinalls eye injury 2.) TheBigKFan was previously a dricus fan that went by dricusyourneighbour 3.) Jean Silva isnt a Top [--] gimmicks of all time 1.) Tom Aspinalls eye injury"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@khamzatchimaevfann/video/7607373738476129557) [@khamzatchimaevfann](/creator/tiktok/khamzatchimaevfann) 2026-02-16T08:15Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Islam Makhachev invites Anthony Joshua Covington vs Paddy at Whitehouse Khamzat Chimaev Angry 😡 Paddy Pimblett at the White House Colby "Chaos" Covington has officially called out The Baddy for a historic showdown on the South Lawn this June and the "talks" are already underway But not everyone is happyBo Nickal just unloaded on Colby for "dodging" a real fight. Plus Islam Makhachev has a wild offer for Anthony Joshua and Arman Tsarukyan sends a chilling message to the 155lb division Inside Todays MMAPowerhouse Update: - White House War: Colby Covington reveals the plan for a June 2026"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=F4fxnPgctec) [@powerhouse_mma](/creator/youtube/powerhouse_mma) 2026-02-16T07:58Z 20.1K followers, [----] engagements

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