Khamzat Chimaev's Interaction With Daniel Cormier Has Fans Excited For UFC 319 originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Du Plessis has been one of the most dominant fighters over the past couple of years. Since his first fight in the UFC in 2020, the South African contestant has not lost a match, winning the Middleweight belt at UFC 290 in 2023. He has since defended the title thrice, two wins coming by decision.

‘Borz’ has become renowned for fast starts and immediate takedown attempts, a move that set up Chimaev’s rapid brabo choke against Kevin Holland in 2022 and a brutal face crank on Robert Whittaker just last year. While his foes know what is coming, Chimaev remains just as hard to defend against.

Eric Nolan called Baisangur Susurkaev “ Khamzat Chimaev ’s little butt buddy” Khamzat’s response: “He’s better than me bro. Don’t worry, he’s gonna knock you out.” 😳 #UFC319 pic.twitter.com/RGxy20DV5o

In the headliner, middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis (23-2 MMA, 9-0 UFC) puts his title on the line for the third time when he meets unbeaten – and favored – challenger Khamzat Chimaev (14-0 MMA,

Ahead of his first appearance as a UFC pay-per-view main eventer this Saturday, Khamzat Chimaev offered up a comment that