UFC 319 2025: Du Plessis vs Chimaev – Battle of undefeated titans in Chicago
16 August 2025, United Center, Chicago Chicago prepares for UFC's return after six years with one of the most anticipated title fights of the year. In the main event of the evening, South African middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis will face undefeated Khamzat Chimaev in a clash of two fighters with perfect records in the UFC octagon. Clash of undefeated legends Du Plessis (23-2 MMA, 9-0 UFC) enters his third title defense as the only South African champion in UFC history. He exceeded all expectations by successively defeating former champions Whittaker, Strickland and Adesanya. He is celebrated for his tireless endurance and ability to dominate in the late rounds of five-round fights. Chimaev (14-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) represents an undefeated phenomenon who crushes opponents in record time. In his last fight, he finished former champion Robert Whittaker with a submission in the first round, with the Australian managing to land only two strikes. For the Russian fighter, this is ...