UFC middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis leaks UFC 319 co-main event fight ahead of August's card in Chicago.

Israel Adesanya spoke to Kamaru Usman on his STYLEBENDER YouTube channel and criticized Dricus Du Plessis's claim as the "first African champ" ...

Robert Whittaker sees real danger in Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev Speaking on the MMA Arcade Podcast, Whittaker gave his honest evaluation of the UFC 319 middleweight title fight.

Dricus du Plessis launches fiery attack on Khamzat Chimaev in heated social media exchange ahead of their UFC 319 showdown.

Khamzat Chimaev will struggle with Dricus Du Plessis, according to Chael Sonnen, who says the champion will give 'Borz' a tough test at UFC 319.

We look at the opening betting odds for the main event of the UFC 319 fight card, a middleweight title fight between champion Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev.

Dricus Du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev odds According to DraftKings, Du Plessis is a +164 underdog to retain his title against unbeaten challenger Chimaev, who's a -198 favorite.

Dricus du Plessis suggested that Khamzat Chimaev may not make it to their scheduled fight at UFC 319 following the recent announcement of a backup fighter.

Dricus Du Plessis took a dig at Khamzat Chimaev’s history of pulling out after a backup was announced for their upcoming matchup.

Chimaev will challenge UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319 on Aug. 16 in Chicago. On Tuesday, UFC CEO Dana White announced the main event title fight via Instagram Live.

On Tuesday, UFC CEO Dana White announced that Du Plessis will defend his middleweight belt against No. 1 contender Khamzat Chimaev in the UFC 319 headliner.