Khamzat Chimaev News

Dylan Bowker - August 13, 2025

Dricus du Plessis is already among the top pound-for-pound fighters in the sport today, but according to his teammate, we may see a brand new version of the UFC’s 185-pound kingpin in Chicago this weekend. Mark Hulme appeared on Bowks Talking Bouts ahead of his fight last week as part of Oktagon MMA’s Tipsport Gamechanger Tournament, but also took time to discuss his teammate DDP’s title defense against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 on Saturday, August 16th.

Cole Shelton - August 13, 2025

Dricus Du Plessis is looking to make Khamzat Chimaev quit at UFC 319 to retain his middleweight title. Du Plessis is headlining UFC 319 on Saturday in Chicago against Chimaev in a highly anticipated fight. Heading into the bout, Du Plessis is the betting underdog, as many expect Chimaev to finish him early. However, the South African has confidence he will be able to outwork Chimaev and tire him out to make him quit.

Cole Shelton - August 13, 2025

Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev ran into each other at the fighter hotel ahead of UFC 319. Du Plessis is set to defend his middleweight title in the main event of UFC 319 against Chimaev in a highly anticipated bout. In the lead-up, both have vowed they will finish the other, as both are confident.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 13, 2025

Dricus du Plessis has responded to those who think Khamzat Chimaev is significantly bigger than him. Recently, footage surfaced of du Plessis and Chimaev exchanging pleasantries just days before their UFC 319 title fight. Some fans who watched the clip felt that Chimaev appeared to tower over du Plessis, while others pointed out fans were being duped by the angle of the video. The UFC “Embedded” team had a different angle of the brief meeting with du Plessis and Chimaev.

BJ Penn Staff - August 13, 2025

Khamzat Chimaev is the latest UFC fighter to get a pair of custom shorts. The undefeated Chechen star is set to challenge middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis in the main event of this weekend’s UFC 319 card in Chicago, Illinois. Main event fighters have increasingly been getting their own custom shorts, so it’s no surprise that Chimaev is getting some of his own.

Harry Kettle - August 13, 2025

UFC legend Demetrious Johnson has given his thoughts on why Khamzat Chimaev’s wrestling is so effective. On Saturday night, Khamzat Chimaev will finally get the chance to compete for a UFC world title. He will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the middleweight championship and, based on what we know about both men, this has the potential to be one of the most entertaining bouts of the year thus far.

Cole Shelton - August 11, 2025

Khamzat Chimaev believes his hands will be the big problem for Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 319. Chimaev is set to headline UFC 319 on Saturday in Chicago against Du Plessis for the middleweight title. Heading into the fight, ‘Borz’ is a -225 favorite on FanDuel to become the new champ, and he has full confidence that he will get his hand raised.

Harry Kettle - August 11, 2025

UFC star Michael ‘Venom’ Page has given his thoughts on the upcoming title fight between Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev. In the next big UFC PPV event, Khamzat Chimaev will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the UFC middleweight championship. While many believe that Chimaev has what it takes to get the job done and win his first UFC world title, counting out DDP is a mistake many of us have made it the past.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 10, 2025

Khamzat Chimaev has responded to his critics who aren’t sold on him. Chimaev will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the UFC Middleweight Championship on Saturday. It’s a highly anticipated title bout, and many have a hard time deciding a winner. Those in favor of DDP believe his cardio will be a deciding factor in outlasting Chimaev. Fans and experts who back “Borz” believe his grappling will earn him his first UFC title.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 10, 2025

One surging UFC middleweight contender thinks he knows Khamzat Chimaev’s biggest flaw. Chimaev will be challenging Dricus du Plessis for the UFC Middleweight Championship on Saturday. The title fight is scheduled to headline UFC 319 inside the United Center in Chicago. “Borz” has been perfect as far as his record is concerned, but is this a test that will prove to be too much?

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 10, 2025

The conversation for pound-for-pound could have a new addition if Dricus du Plessis stands tall at UFC 319. Entering Saturday’s pay-per-view event, du Plessis has not been beaten since Oct. 6, 2018. The UFC Middleweight Champion’s next challenger is Khamzat Chimaev, who has yet to experience a loss in MMA competition. Many experts have weighed in on what to expect when the cage door closes for du Plessis vs. Chimaev.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 10, 2025

Does Khamzat Chimaev need a finish to walk out of UFC 319 with gold? It won’t be long before UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev collide. The two will clash inside the United Center in Chicago on Saturday. “Borz” enters with an undefeated record of 14-0. His most recent fight was back in Oct. 2024 when he submitted Robert Whittaker. “Stillknocks” has had two successful title defenses thus far, and he’ll look to add another to his resume.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 10, 2025

An emerging UFC middleweight contender will be getting a close look at Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev. The UFC 319 headliner will be held on Aug. 16 in Chicago. The middleweight championship will be at stake, as du Plessis looks for his third successful title defense. Chimaev is hoping to add UFC gold to his mantle for the first time, while staying unbeaten in the process.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 8, 2025

The cardio coach of Khamzat Chimaev has heard the concerns from those who question his fighter’s gas tank. If there’s one weakness to Chimaev’s game that fans, experts, and fighters point out, it’s his cardio. It’s a big question mark going into UFC 319, as “Borz” has never had to go to the championship rounds. While that might still be the case once the next middleweight title fight has concluded, many pundits are expecting a close fight that will likely be pushed to at least the fourth round.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 8, 2025

Sean Strickland believes he knows what the determining factor will be when Dricus du Plessis collides with Khamzat Chimaev. In the main event of UFC 319, du Plessis will put the middleweight gold on the line against Chimaev. “Stillknocks” is attempting to secure his third successful title defense. Chimaev is looking to live up to the hype and finally cash in on the top prize at 185 pounds.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 7, 2025

Betting odds for the UFC 319 headliner have stunned another MMA legend. UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus du Plessis will look to put a halt to Khamzat Chimaev’s title hopes on Aug. 16 in Chicago. It’ll be Chimaev’s first crack at UFC gold. As for “Stilllknocks,” he’s in search of his third successful title defense.

Harry Kettle - August 7, 2025

UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has given his thoughts on Dricus du Plessis’ fight style ahead of their UFC 319 main event. Later this month, Khamzat Chimaev will finally get the chance to claim UFC gold. He will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the UFC middleweight championship, with many believing this is his fight to lose. Of course, underestimating someone like DDP has proven to be a pretty big mistake for many in the past, and a lot of people have been pointing to his awkward style as a potential roadblock for ‘Borz’.

Cole Shelton - August 6, 2025

Khamzat Chimaev has no plans to retire anytime soon. Chimaev is set to challenge Dricus Du Plessis for the middleweight title in the main event of UFC 319 next Saturday. It’s an intriguing fight, but in the lead-up, reports have indicated that Chimaev could retire after UFC 319.