And now the South African, 31, has sought to provide more clarity on a fight with Chimaev, saying on The Sias du Plessis Show on Wednesday (7 May): “So, we have a date, but we have potential of ...

Nothing’s signed, but I’ve already agreed to any date,” the champion continued. Initially, rumors surfaced that Du Plessis had suffered a long-term injury which resulted in several ...

du Plessis spoke of his excitement at taking on Chimaev, and when fans will likely see that fight take place. "We have a date," for a return to the cage, said du Plessis said, of imminent future ...

Speculation had surrounded Du Plessis and a possible injury that would scrap plans for a meeting during International Fight Week, but a new date has now finally been made official. It also ...