Du Plessis earns unanimous decision over Usman in UFC Fight Night

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Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Du Plessis earns unanimous decision over Usman in UFC Fight Night
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Dricus Du Plessis secured a unanimous decision victory against Kamaru Usman at UFC Fight Night in Oklahoma City. The judges scored the match 50-45, 49-46, 49-46 in favor of Du Plessis, who achieved a significant strike advantage with 139 to Usman's 99. This fight marked Du Plessis' return after nearly a year away from the octagon, following a loss to Khamzat Chimaev. The event featured a co-main bout where Christian Leroy Duncan also won by unanimous decision against Jared Cannonier.

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  • Du Plessis lands 139 total strikes to Usman's 99.
  • Judges scored the fight 50-45, 49-46, 49-46 for Du Plessis.
  • Du Plessis last fought in August 2025 against Chimaev.
  • Christian Leroy Duncan defeats Jared Cannonier in co-main event.
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South African fighter held the middleweight belt ⁠from January 2024 until mid-August 2025, when he lost to Chimaev.

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