Will Dricus Du Plessis become UFC champion in 2026?

Dricus Du Plessis has a near-even chance of becoming UFC champion by 2026.

The market shows a slight edge towards Du Plessis not becoming champion, with a probability of 51% for NO. However, the Pulse AI indicates a slightly higher chance of 52% for YES, suggesting a competitive landscape. The overall confidence level is moderate at 55/100, reflecting uncertainty in the outcome.

• 1 Market probability is closely split, indicating uncertainty.
• 2 Pulse AI suggests a slight favor towards Du Plessis becoming champion.
• 3 Confidence level is moderate, reflecting mixed sentiment.
• 4 Time to expiry is substantial, allowing for potential shifts.
• 5 Current market pricing appears fair with a small edge.

This market will resolve to “Yes” if the listed fighter becomes champion of any UFC division between January 1, 2026 and December 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No”.

Only official UFC division champions will count. Interim champions will not count.

The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the UFC (https://www.ufc.com/athletes); however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.