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Du Plessis Defends Middleweight Title Against Undefeated Chimaev

7/8/2025

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Dricus du Plessis faces a thrilling challenge as he defends his middleweight title against the formidable Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 on August 16 in Chicago. With an unblemished record, du Plessis looks to secure his third title defense, while Chimaev, also undefeated, is hungry for his first championship after a stunning victory over Robert Whittaker.

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Dricus du Plessis faces a thrilling challenge as he defends his middleweight title against the formidable Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 on August 16 in Chicago. With an unblemished record, du Plessis looks to secure his third title defense, while Chimaev, also undefeated, is hungry for his first championship after a stunning victory over Robert Whittaker.