Dricus Du Plessis's team confirms Kamaru Usman fight is happening

The training team of Dricus Du Plessis has confirmed that a fight with Kamaru Usman is in the works. CIT Performance Institute, the gym where Du Plessis trains, posted the information on their social media channels on May 5, 2026. The post did not provide specific details about the date or location of the potential bout. However, the confirmation from Du Plessis's camp suggests the matchup is progressing toward an official announcement. Fans are now awaiting formal confirmation from the UFC.