US EditionChimaev Dominates Du Plessis to Capture UFC Middleweight Title
Reinier De Ridder highlights his grappling skills as a key advantage over new UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev and aims for a title shot at UFC 321 in October.
- Khamzat Chimaev won the UFC middleweight title by defeating Dricus Du Plessis via unanimous decision at UFC 319 in Chicago last Saturday.
- Following this victory, Reinier de Ridder expressed readiness to fight Chimaev for the middleweight belt at UFC 321, scheduled for October 25 in Abu Dhabi.
- De Ridder emphasized his grappling skills and preparation, stating he can handle the fight wherever it goes and believes he is a significant challenge for Chimaev.
- The judges scored Chimaev's win 50-44 across all rounds, and Chimaev praised Du Plessis' heart while de Ridder noted possible improvements in Chimaev's cardio but remains confident.
- This potential matchup at UFC 321 reflects a competitive middleweight division with contenders like de Ridder actively seeking the next title shot and fans anticipating the event.
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Khamzat Chimaev ready for title defence as Reinier de Ridder demands UFC 321 showdown in Abu Dhabi
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Khamzat Chimaev Targets Reinier De Ridder For His First Title Defense
Reinier De Ridder and Khamzat Chimaev (Photo by Imagn Images) Khamzat Chimaev has passed the toughest test of his career by handing a loss to Dricus Du Plessis, a fighter known for upsetting many opponents. He proved his previous words right about Africa not seeing the title again. And after capturing the title at UFC 319, Chimaev now looks ahead to his next challenge, and it’s none other than Reinier De Ridder. On X, Khamzat Chimaev dropped a h…
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