WATCH: “Lip smacking is nuts” – Dricus du Plessis kissing coach after UFC 297 brings funny reaction out of Daniel Cormier; fans react

Dricus Du Plessis had a moment with his coach after UFC 297 win against Sean Strickland that had Daniel Cormier surprised.

WATCH: “Lip smacking is nuts” – Dricus du Plessis kissing coach after UFC 297 brings funny reaction out of Daniel Cormier; fans react

Dricus Du Plessis shared a moment with his coach which had Daniel Cormier in splits (via X)

Dricus Du Plessis, the South African UFC champion made headlines for his hard-earned victory in the octagon. His strange celebrating gesture: kissing his coach, Morne Visser, on the mouth was also the talk of the town. This surprising display of affection sparked debate and elicited amusing responses from prominent members of the MMA world. This included former UFC champion Daniel Cormier, who was in the octagon beside him.

The moment came after Du Plessis won a split decision against the reigning champion Sean Strickland. In the excitement of his win, Du Plessis gave a peck on the mouth to many of his team members, particularly his coach. This was a weird situation for many fans and athletes as well. Daniel Cormier, who was waiting to interview him gave a hilarious reaction upon witnessing this. He was all smiles and giggles in the octagon as he waited for the newly minted champ to finish kissing so he could interview him.

The cultural significance of Dricus Du Plessis‘ celebration kiss was also discussed, with claims that it may be based on South African traditions. It is emphasized that, while it may appear unusual to those outside their cultural circle, each location has its own set of rules and attitudes.

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These lighthearted moments serve as a reminder of athletes’ humanity, and their distinct personalities. It also serves as a reminder of the ethnic diversity that enhances the world of MMA. It will be interesting to observe how similar incidents continue to form the narrative around Du Plessis.

Fight fans react to Daniel Cormier’s reaction to Dricus Du Plessis kissing coach after UFC 297 win

Fans have an important part in crafting the story and environment around MMA. They frequently share their thoughts and responses on social media. In a recent viral video depicting Daniel Cormier’s response to Du Plessis kissing his coach, fans went berserk with their responses, adding humor and varied viewpoints to the unexpected situation. This came after Du Plessis became the champion after defeating Sean Strickland.

Fight fans react to Daniel Cormier's reaction to Dricus Du Plessis' kiss
Fight fans react to Daniel Cormier’s reaction to Dricus Du Plessis’ kiss (via X)

Fight fans flooded social media with their reactions. These were a mix of amusement, speculation, and playful banter. Some fight fans believed that Dricus kissing his coach was weird. Others pointed out Cormier’s reaction to the kiss. Here are some reactions from fight fans:

Fans’ various and amusing replies highlight the dynamic and involved character of the MMA community on social media. As the video keeps spreading, it becomes clear that fan reactions play an important role in the whole experience.

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