Dricus Du Plessis expressed excitement for a potential title fight against Khamzat Chimaev, stating, 'Getting that Khamzat fight, that gets me excited.' He highlights the anticipation from fans, emphasizing that the fight the world engages with should take priority. This feeling is echoed by his coach, Morne Visser, who stated, 'We want Khamzat next in February.' Du Plessis believes Chimaev's recent performance against Robert Whittaker shifted the landscape of title fights, indicating a strong desire for this matchup.
Du Plessis pointed out that between Robert Whittaker and Khamzat Chimaev, something exceptional could lead to a change in title fights. He stated, 'I know I'll beat [Strickland] again. Getting that Khamzat fight, that gets me excited.' His desire is clear as he believes the fans want to see a clash with Chimaev, making it evident that both personal and public interests are aligned toward this potential fight.
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