US EditionDricus du Plessis' teammate expects "DDP 2.0" showing up against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 while sharing bold fight prediction
Israel Adesanya highlights Dricus Du Plessis' stamina and late-round strength as key factors against Khamzat Chimaev, who has finished five of eight UFC fights in the first round.
- Dricus du Plessis will defend his UFC middleweight title against undefeated Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 on August 16, 2025, in Chicago's United Center.
- Chimaev earned this title shot after a first-round submission of former champion Robert Whittaker but has faced illness and travel issues recently, limiting his fights.
- Du Plessis, undefeated in the UFC with a 23-2 record including nine KOs and 11 submissions, is known for his pressure and conditioning, while Chimaev offers elite wrestling and submissions.
- Experts predict Chimaev will start fast, possibly winning early, but Du Plessis’ durability and five-round experience could allow him to prevail in later rounds amid a high-paced battle.
- The fight promises intense action and could mark a pivotal moment in MMA, with Du Plessis aiming to retain the belt and bring it back to South Africa.
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Tale of the Tape | Dricus du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev
The UFC middleweight division is set for a blockbuster clash as reigning champion Dricus “Stillknocks” du Plessis defends his title against undefeated challenger Khamzat “Borz” Chimaev at UFC 319 on Saturday, 16 August, at the United Center in Chicago. The headline bout will showcase a clash of fighting styles, with Du Plessis bringing his trademark explosive striking and relentless pressure, while Chimaev offers elite-level wrestling and submis…
Dricus du Plessis' teammate expects "DDP 2.0" showing up against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 while sharing bold fight prediction
Dricus du Plessis is currently set to defend the middleweight championship against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 on Aug. 16. Ahead of the bout, du Plessis' teammate, Mark Hulme, has shared his prediction.
Why Du Plessis should be favoured at UFC 319 if fight goes past Round 1
Betting analyst Lou Finocchiaro joins Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis on VSiN By The Books to discuss Saturday’s UFC 319 clash between Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev, and why Du Plessis could have the edge if the fight goes beyond Round 1.
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