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UFC 319 is scheduled for August 16, featuring a middleweight championship match between Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev. Both fighters are undefeated in the UFC, with Du Plessis holding a 9-0 record in the organization and Chimaev at 14-0 overall. The event marks the UFC’s return to Chicago since 2019, and fans can expect an exciting card with additional bouts including Jared Cannonier vs Michael Page. As the fight date approaches, the anticipation builds for this pivotal clash in the middleweight division.
Chicago, Illinois – UFC 319 is set to take place on August 16, with a highly anticipated main event featuring Dricus Du Plessis defending his middleweight championship against Khamzat Chimaev. This match marks a significant clash, as both fighters remain undefeated in the UFC, accumulating a combined record of 17 appearances without a loss.
Du Plessis, the current champion, captured the middleweight title from Sean Strickland at UFC 297 and has successfully defended it in two subsequent bouts against Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland again at UFC 305 and UFC 312. His professional record stands at 23-2, with an impressive 9-0 record within the UFC organization. Chimaev, ranked No. 3 in the UFC middleweight division, earned his title shot by defeating former champion Robert Whittaker at UFC 308. He holds an overall record of 14-0.
The UFC 319 card is still taking shape, as there is currently a “TBD” designation for the co-main event. Additional fights on the main card include a middleweight bout between Jared Cannonier and Michael “Venom” Page, a welterweight match featuring Geoff Neal against Carlos Prates, and a flyweight match pitting Tim Elliott against Kai Asakura. This will be Elliott’s return to the Octagon after a year and a half off due to injury.
Although the co-main event remains unspecified, excitement for the matchup between Du Plessis and Chimaev builds as both fighters are considered to be among the top competitors in the promotion today. The preliminary card is also expected to showcase a variety of talent, including fighters like King Green and Jessica Andrade.
This event will mark the UFC’s return to Chicago since 2019, further adding to the anticipation surrounding UFC 319. Fans can expect to stream the event on ESPN+ pay-per-view, with preliminary bouts available on ESPN, and early prelims accessible via ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass.
As the date approaches, further announcements and updates regarding the card are anticipated, making UFC 319 a date to watch for MMA fans across the globe. The matchup between Du Plessis and Chimaev not only aims to captivate audiences but also sets the stage for the future of the middleweight division in the UFC.
In summary, UFC 319 promises to be an exhilarating event, featuring champion Dricus Du Plessis facing off against the undefeated contender Khamzat Chimaev in a pivotal middleweight clash. With both fighters showcasing exceptional skills and determination, fight fans eagerly await the outcome of this championship battle on August 16 in Chicago.
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