Dricus Du Plessis recently revealed the mental framework that he believes is key to being a champion.
According to the middleweight champ, it’s a prerequisite for every fighter to be willing to die going into every fight. The South African believes it’s his willingness to kill, if need be, that sets him apart as the champion. “Stillknocks” coldly declared that he’ll be willing to mercilessly damage his opponent in front of their family, for as long as the referee doesn’t stop him.
“The mindset that you have to be willing to die when you get in there.