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Dricus du Plessis plans to take 12 to 16 weeks to improve his wrestling defense after losing his UFC middleweight title shot at UFC 319, aiming to return early next year. His focus is solely on fixing this specific issue, not fitness or stand-up skills, and he is expected to be back in the cage in early 2026.
Khamzat Chimaev's dominant but uneventful victory at UFC 319, relying on wrestling and control, draws comparisons to Georges St-Pierre's style, with MMA veteran Matt Brown defending the strategy as part of the sport's reality and emphasizing Chimaev's ongoing development and potential for more exciting fights in the future.
Khamzat Chimaev's dominant yet cautious approach at UFC 319, focusing on control and takedowns rather than finishes, has sparked debate. His coach Javier Mendez defends the strategy as effective and appropriate for winning the title, while fighters like Demetrious Johnson support the style, emphasizing that fans can simply choose not to watch if they dislike it.
Khamzat Chimaev dominated Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319 but didn't finish him, with Kamaru Usman suggesting Chimaev intentionally held back to conserve energy for future fights, as he is considering his next opponent among top middleweights.
UFC 319 was a memorable event highlighted by Khamzat Chimaev's dominance and unexpected performances like Lerone Murphy’s knockout, with discussions on potential challengers and standout moments across the card.
Khamzat Chimaev's dominant victory at UFC 319 has set the stage for his next title defense, with top contender Nassourdine Imavov confidently predicting he will be the next challenger, while Joe Rogan highlights Reinier de Ridder as another potential threat in the middleweight division.
Aaron Pico suffered a knockout loss in his UFC debut but remains optimistic about his future, vowing to learn from the experience and come back stronger, as he continues to develop his MMA career.
Khamzat Chimaev dominated Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319, controlling nearly every aspect of the fight with overwhelming striking, takedowns, and control time, ultimately winning the UFC middleweight title in a lopsided unanimous decision.
Khamzat Chimaev made history by winning the UFC middleweight title at UFC 319, becoming the first Chechen fighter to do so and maintaining an undefeated record. He received congratulatory messages from boxing champion Artur Beterbiev and UFC stars Jon Jones and Islam Makhachev, marking a significant milestone in his MMA career.
Khamzat Chimaev won the UFC middleweight title from Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 319 with a unanimous decision, joining an elite group of undefeated champions and sparking excitement in the MMA community.
Khamzat Chimaev won the UFC middleweight title at UFC 319 with a dominant grappling performance against Dricus du Plessis, controlling nearly 88% of the fight on the ground and outstriking his opponent significantly, marking a remarkable 15-0 professional record and fueling his potential to become a three-division champion.
Khamzat Chimaev dominated Dricus du Plessis with ground control and volume strikes to win the UFC middleweight title by unanimous decision at UFC 319, showcasing a one-sided, wrestling-heavy performance that overwhelmed his opponent.
Alexander Volkanovski has announced Lerone Murphy as his next opponent, with a potential fight scheduled for December, following Murphy's impressive first-round knockout at UFC 319, which has garnered praise from commentators and suggests Murphy is a rising contender in the featherweight division.
Khamzat Chimaev challenges Dricus du Plessis for the middleweight title at UFC 319 in Chicago, with du Plessis defending his belt successfully. The event features notable fights including Michael Page's victory over Jared Cannonier and Tim Elliott's submission win over Kai Asakura. The fight card includes a mix of title bouts and debut performances, with live updates and results provided.
Aaron Pico expresses respect for Movsar Evloev after the latter withdraws from their scheduled UFC fight, citing valid reasons for pulling out. Pico, who was preparing for his UFC debut after signing with the promotion, now faces Lerone Murphy at UFC 319, marking his first MMA bout in 18 months. He emphasizes the importance of fighters' health and looks forward to rebooking a future fight with Evloev.