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Chimaev Is Du Plessis' Biggest Fight to Date, and South Africa's
CHICAGO, AUG 7 – Khamzat Chimaev aims to become UFC's first three-division champion by defeating middleweight titleholder Dricus du Plessis and then targeting welterweight and light heavyweight belts.
- On August 16, 2025, Khamzat Chimaev will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the UFC middleweight title at UFC 319 in Chicago, entering as a-185 favourite.
- Amid his meteoric ascent, Khamzat Chimaev remains undefeated at 14-0 after wins over Kamaru Usman and Robert Whittaker at UFC 308.
- Chimaev said to Fox 32 Chicago, `With my style, that is a very controversial style in the UFC, unlike anything that most people have ever seen` despite only defeating one legitimate middleweight.
- Khamzat Chimaev would kickstart his journey toward conquering two more weight classes if he wins, proving himself a reliable, dominant champion in the process.
- Chimaev said his plan is to make 170 lbs in a few months and then challenge Jack Della Maddalena, aiming for multiple divisional titles.
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The Irish Sun'Impossible' - DDP reveals 'unique' advantage he has over Khamzat Chimaev
DRICUS DU PLESSIS reckons Khamzat Chimaev will have found it ‘IMPOSSIBLE’ to prepare for their mammoth middleweight melee. South African slugger Du Plessis will make his third defence of the 185lbs title against the fan favourite on August 16 in the main event of UFC 319 in Chicago. APDricus Du Plessis will make the third defence of his middleweight title at UFC 319[/caption] UFCDDP will defend his middleweight crown against the undefeated Khamz…
Khamzat Chimaev Declares War on Islam Makhachev’s UFC Throne Ahead of Dricus Du Plessis Showdown
Khamzat Chimaev is already on the path to cementing his legendary status, and he’s now gearing up for the biggest fight of his career. ‘Borz’ is set to headline UFC 319 against Dricus Du Plessis, and he’s brimming with confidence that the 185 lbs gold is destined to rest on his shoulder. Notably, ESPN recently graded the middleweight division as a ‘C’, citing this matchup as “one of the most intriguing of the year.”But here’s the thing. Chimaev’…
After five years, Khamzat Chimaev is going to fight for the UFC belt, the world’s largest mixed martial arts (MMA) promoter. For many, this opportunity comes late, since since he debuted, they began to consider him as a serious contender. However, the health, weight and visa problems to enter the United States were a great drag on the Chechen race. On Saturday, August 16, he will be able to redeem himself if he defeats Dricus Du Plessis by the t…
Khamzat Chimaev will fight for the title at UFC 319Photo via YouTube In a week, Khamzat Chimaev will step on the scales to weigh in for his first title fight at UFC 319. At the open training before the gala, the challenger looks to be in really great shape. Khamzat Chimaev is preparing for the biggest fight of his career. The undefeated challenger will challenge middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis next Saturday in perhaps the most anticipate…
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