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Born Brave With Dricus Du Plessis
Ultimate Fighting Championship
United States
2026
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Entrant Company
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Entry Type
Teams, Leagues, Governing Bodies, & Associations
Launch Country
United States
Program
Clio Sports 2026
Medium Type
Professional
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Direction
Born Brave follows UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus Du Plessis through the most consequential moments of his title reign, capturing the 48 hours surrounding his championship defense against Khamzat Chimaev. From quiet moments of preparation to the walk to the Octagon, the fight itself, and its emotional aftermath, the film offers an intimate look at the mindset required to compete at the highest level of combat sports. Created through a collaboration between UFC and Crypto.com, the documentary was built around unprecedented access to Dricus during one of the most important weekends of his career. Combining observational filmmaking with cinematic visuals, Born Brave reveals the conviction, resilience, and courage that define a world champion when everything is on the line. At its core, the film is a portrait of belief: belief in preparation, belief in oneself, and belief in the pursuit of greatness despite uncertainty.
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