The new sports season in the UFC octagon promises to be rich in intense showdowns. Current middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis openly spoke about his future rival Khamzat Chimaev. The champion's words sparked great interest among fans.
According to South African Du Plessis, the public is actively discussing Khamzat Chimaev’s physical readiness and progress in training. “Many say that Chimaev's cardio has improved, and this might become a hidden weapon in the fight against me. According to people, Khamzat is working very seriously with his new coach. I can only be happy for him – Chimaev started doing five weeks before the fight what I have always done throughout my entire life,” says the champion.
Emphasizing that he is satisfied with his preparation, Du Plessis noted that this is nothing new for him – before every fight, he always works this hard. “It’s true, Chimaev is a great opponent. But I am determined to defeat him and astonish the world once again,” he concluded.
For reference, the long-awaited clash between Du Plessis (23-2) and Chimaev (14-0) will take place on August 17 at the “UFC 319” tournament. This fight is of great importance not only for UFC fans, but for the entire global sports community.
Fans are looking forward with great interest to seeing who will prevail in this confrontation, who will get the championship belt, and what dramatic events will unfold in the octagon. Before the fight, both athletes step into the arena with their own goals and ambitions — intrigue at its peak!
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