US EditionKhamzat Chimaev Gets 100% Real About Dricus Du Plessis' Grappling Prowess Ahead of UFC 319: "I’m One of the Best Wrestlers in MMA"
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, AUG 7 – Du Plessis stresses MMA skills over wrestling and aims to defend his middleweight title for the third time at UFC 319, with Chimaev favored to finish early, FanDuel odds show.
- UFC middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis warns Khamzat Chimaev on Aug. 16 at the United Center in Chicago, `'This is not grappling or wrestling; this is MMA and we’re fighting for the UFC title.'`
- Demanding a bout with Khamzat Chimaev, Du Plessis believes he needs at least three title defenses; this will be his third since winning the belt in early 2024.
- Amid hype around Chimaev’s grappling, Du Plessis’ coach says they plan to fight and beat Chimaev on the ground, with Du Plessis downplaying the hype.
- On FanDuel odds, analysts say Du Plessis could win on points if the fight goes the distance while Chimaev must finish early to prevail.
- In the near future, Du Plessis plans to move up to light-heavyweight, with a win over Chimaev likely leading to bouts against Reinier de Ridder or the winner of Nassourdine Imavov vs. Caio Borralho.
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