Dricus Du Plessis acknowledged Conor McGregor's significant contribution to the growth of mixed martial arts. The South African champion stated that while people often say no one can be bigger than the sport itself, McGregor managed to achieve exactly that. Du Plessis's comments highlight McGregor's unique impact on MMA's popularity and mainstream appeal. The post emphasizes that McGregor brought unprecedented attention and growth to the sport. This recognition comes from the current middleweight champion, adding weight to the assessment of McGregor's legacy beyond his fighting record.
