Vasti Spiller, the fiancée of UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus du Plessis, recently opened up on Instagram about the intense emotions she feels when watching her fiancé step into the octagon.
The couple has been together for about one and a half years, and Vasti’s heartfelt post gives a glimpse into her inner thoughts as Dricus takes on some of the toughest competitors in the UFC.
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Watching Dricus Fight
Ahead of Dricus’s victorious battle with Sean Strickland on February 9, 2025, Vasti shared her personal experience with her followers in a “Get Ready With Me” video.
In her post, Vasti explained that being at a fight feels like watching a movie you’ve seen before, but with an uncertain ending.
The fear she feels is real, but it’s also mixed with a deep sense of hope.
As a fighter’s partner, it’s a complex balance of excitement and anxiousness, knowing that every moment counts.
“Getting ready to go watch your man fight is weird. It’s like watching the same movie but forgetting the ending.
You feel fear, but mostly you finally understand the meaning of hope.
It’s exciting, but you can’t wait for it to be over,” Vasti wrote.
Her words reveal the vulnerability that comes with being a loved one of a professional fighter—facing fear and uncertainty with strength and support.
Dricus’s Victory and Praise for God
After securing his win against Strickland and successfully retaining his UFC Middleweight Championship, Dricus shared a moment of gratitude with his followers.
He posted on Instagram, wearing a South African flag with pride, and thanked his fans for their unwavering love and support. His message was heartfelt and simple: “All glory to God.
We did it, thank you for all the love and support.”
It was a powerful acknowledgment of the support he receives from his loved ones and fans, as well as his faith.
A Love That’s Rooted in Faith and New Beginnings
Dricus and Vasti’s relationship has grown stronger since they began dating about a year and a half ago.
The couple celebrated their first anniversary in July 2024, with Vasti sharing a touching message about their bond.
She spoke of experiencing “new beginnings” with Dricus and what it means to love like Christ, through both the beautiful and challenging moments.
“1 year of us with you I experience Jesus’ ‘new beginning’ and what it means to love like him.
The beautiful, the ugly, the world and the sky are with you, and I want to live next to you and experience it all.
I love you my hungry heart,” Vasti wrote, a testament to the depth of their connection and shared faith.
A Shared Journey of Strength and Support
Vasti’s post not only sheds light on the emotional aspects of being in a relationship with a professional athlete but also highlights the unshakable support she gives to Dricus, both in and out of the octagon.
Their journey together is built on love, faith, and an unbreakable bond, with Vasti being Dricus’s steadfast support system.
As they continue to share their lives, their story is one of love, faith, and unwavering devotion.