Dricus Du Plessis Shows Off R5 Million Mercedes Benz on His 31st Birthday
- South African fighter Dricus du Plessis was spotted with a R5 Million Mercedes Benz as he celebrates his 31st birthday on Tuesday
- The MMA superstar was celebrated by the German automobile company as he's one of the South African brand ambassadors of the institution
- Netizens joined the automobile company in celebrating the UFC middleweight champion on social media
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Ultimate Fighting Championship middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis is a year older today and was celebrated in style by Mercedes Benz South Africa.
The South African MMA fighter was born on January 14, 1994, in Welkom, and he's gone on to be one of the country's top sportsmen.
The UFC champion turned 31 on Tuesday and has been celebrated by friends, celebrities, and the brands he represents on social media.
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Du Plessis flaunts R5M Mercedez Benz on his 31st birthday
Mercedes Benz SA wished du Plessis a happy birthday on their official account on Instagram.
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The Mzansi fighter is one of the ambassadors of the German automobile company, alongside close friends Eben Etzebeth and Siya Kolisi.
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The automobile company posted a picture of Dricus standing next to a Mercedes-AMG G-Class G63, which is reportedly worth R5 million.
"Celebrations and cheers are in the air for @dricusduplessis today. Happy birthday, champ! Here's to many more knocks this year, 👊" the caption reads.
Vasti Spiller celebrates Dricus du Plessis on his birthday
Du Plessis' girlfriend, Vasti Spiller, also celebrated the MMA fighter's 31st birthday on Instagram.
The social media influencer posted the UFC star's picture, accompanied by a lovely message as the caption.
"Oh Heavenly Father, bear witness as I show You the strength of Your creation - Happy 31st birthday, my Dric; thank you for the moments we share together that no one will ever understand, and I will cherish forever. I pray for you to always experience God's love and never forget that you are His child. Thank you for our beautiful life together. All of this is a privilege. Love you. This remains my favourite picture ♥️"
Fans celebrate Du Plessis on his birthday
LaBoucher said:
"Happy birthday to the Middleweight Champ of the World, Dricus du Plessis!!! 🎶🍷🍇"
SaginVerit71713 wrote:
"Happy birthday champ. Showing the world what a real African is."
JustinHerronUFC commented:
"I would like for everyone to wish @dricusduplessis a happy birthday. Just like last year, spending your birthday in camp. But it will pay off once again. At 31 years of age you have already accomplished middleweight GOAT status. Enjoy your day buddy 🇿🇦 #UFC #UFC312 🎈 🎉"
FiHybrid52592 reacted:
"Happy birthday Dricus this is what happens when you disrespect the real African champ!"
RanboGG shared:
"Happy birthday Dricus Du Plessis."
What you need to know about Dricus Du Plessis
Hailing from Welkom, Dricus du Plessis’s journey to becoming a professional fighter was fueled by unwavering dedication and a deep passion for combat sports. His path began at just 5 years old with judo, expanded to wrestling at 12, and then kickboxing at 14. With each fight, du Plessis refined his craft, earning not only victories but the admiration of fans and experts alike.
At 17, he made history as the first South African to claim a gold medal at the World Association of Kickboxing Organisations, a testament to his record-setting ambitions. His leap to the international stage was marked by determination and anticipation. When du Plessis joined the UFC, he wasn’t just another competitor; he became a symbol of South African resilience and fighting spirit.
Siya Kolisi celebrates Du Plessis on his birthday
Briefly News earlier reported that South African Rugby national team star Siya Kolisi celebrated Dricus du Plessis on his birthday on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
The Springboks captain sent a heartfelt message to the UFC middleweight champion to celebrate his birthday anniversary while also sending him his best wishes ahead of his next fight in February.
The Mzansi rugby star and the MMA fighter share a good friendship bond alongside Boks star Eben Etzebeth.
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