UFC 319 Gets Dricus Du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev As Headliner
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UFC 319, scheduled for August 16, 2025, in Chicago, will feature a highly anticipated main event between middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis and unbeaten contender Khamzat Chimaev. Du Plessis, who became South Africa's first UFC champion in January 2024, has successfully defended his title twice. Chimaev, a rising star since his debut in 2020, has faced setbacks due to COVID-19 but remains undefeated with a fighting style that has impressed fans and critics alike. No additional bouts have been announced for this event yet.
Khamzat Chimaev, known as 'Borz,' broke the record for the fastest turnaround between fights in UFC history, showcasing his exceptional fighting prowess since 2020.
Dricus Du Plessis made history as South Africa's first UFC champion when he won the middleweight title, and has since defended it successfully twice.
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