Khamzat Chimaev is preparing for one of the biggest fights of his career. On August 16, 2025, at UFC 319 in Chicago, Illinois, he will face Dricus Du Plessis for the UFC Middleweight Championship. This fight marks a major step for Chimaev as he looks to claim a title in the UFC’s middleweight division.
Dricus Du Plessis is the current UFC middleweight champion. He holds an impressive record with 23 wins and only 2 losses. Du Plessis is known for his striking and grappling skills, making him a tough opponent for anyone. The matchup between Chimaev and Du Plessis has generated excitement among fans as both fighters bring strong skills to the Octagon.
Khamzat Chimaev’s Fight History
Chimaev has an undefeated professional record of 14 wins and no losses. He made his UFC debut on July 15, 2020, where he won by submission in the second round against John Phillips. Since then, Chimaev has quickly climbed the ranks by defeating several top fighters.
Some of his notable wins include a knockout victory over Gerald Meerschaert in just 17 seconds at UFC Fight Night Covington vs Woodley. He also defeated Li Jingliang by submission at UFC 267 and earned a unanimous decision win against Gilbert Burns at UFC 273. More recently, Chimaev scored a majority decision victory over Kamaru Usman at UFC 294 and submitted former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker in the first round at UFC 308.
Training and Preparation
Chimaev has shown serious commitment to his training, especially his cardio. Working with a world-class coach, he has been pushing himself through rigorous cardio exercises designed to improve his endurance and stamina. This preparation is crucial as he aims to maintain energy and pressure throughout long, tough fights.
Khamzat Chimaev pushing to his absolute limit to level up his cardio for Dricus
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UFC 319 will take place at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. This event will feature several top fighters and is expected to be a major highlight of the year. Chimaev’s focus on improving his cardio and overall skills signals he is ready to take on the best in the division.
