Khamzat Chimaev, UFC and Du Plessis

Dricus Du Plessis reveals how close Khamzat Chimaev came to getting UFC 312 title shot
Chimaev (14-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) was touted as the potential No. 1 contender when he quickly submitted former champion Robert Whittaker at UFC 308. Du Plessis was excited about the opportunity to hand Chimaev his first loss but acknowledges that fans were previously eager to see him fight Strickland again after their tightly contested affair at UFC 297.
Robert Whittaker: Khamzat Chimaev ‘definitely’ should’ve gotten title shot over Sean Strickland
Robert Whittaker believes Khamzat Chimaev should’ve gotten the next UFC middleweight title shot against Dricus du Plessis instead of Sean Strickland.
“Want It to Be Legit Without Excuses”- Fans Revolt Against Khamzat Chimaev’s Backup Status for Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland at UFC 312
Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland engaged in a heated online battle after Dana White announced ‘Tarzan’s fight with Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 312. The post “Want It to Be Legit Without Excuses”- Fans Revolt Against Khamzat Chimaev’s Backup Status for Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland at UFC 312 appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Dricus Du Plessis Would Have Preferred to Face Khamzat Chimaev Over Sean Strickland
Dricus Du Plessis is set to fight Sean Strickland in a championship rematch for the middleweight strap at UFC 312 in February. Du Plessis narrowly defeated
Dricus Du Plessis preferred Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 312 over Sean Strickland rematch
If it was up to Dricus Du Plessis, he’d be defending his middleweight title against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 312.
Sean Strickland’s Coach Explains Picking Dricus Du Plessis As ‘Toughest Challenge’ Over Khamzat Chimaev
For his head coach at Xtreme Couture, Eric Nicksick, the next few months will be all about looking at what they need to do differently in order to defeat Du Plessis in Sydney, Australia. Their first meeting at UFC 297 came down to a close split decision that saw the South African become the 185-pound champion.
Dricus Du Plessis explains the real reason he is fighting Sean Strickland instead of Khamzat Chimaev
Strickland is arguably the more popular, and most definitely the more reliable, option than Chimaev, who has made a habit of pulling out of fights or having weight issues. But the belief is that the Swede is a bigger challenge, and poses a more awkward test of the champion’s skills.
“Not Man Enough” – UFC Fans Ridicule Khamzat Chimaev For Tagging The Wrong Sean Strickland While Calling Him Out
Khamzat Chimaev recently called out Sean Strickland on social media in a “gangster” fashion, but made a blunder that has fans mocking him.
Robert Whittaker: Neither Dricus Du Plessis Nor Sean Strickland Could Stop Khamzat Chimaev’s Grappling
Robert Whittaker shares his thoughts on Khamzat Chimaev’s potential dominance over Dricus Du Plessis or Sean Strickland.
Why Dricus Du Plessis believes Khamzat Chimaev Fight at UFC 312 would’ve been a bigger showdown
Officially booked to defend his middleweight crown at UFC 312, Dricus du Plessis will take on former foe, Sean Strickland in a rematch 'Downunder' -- however,
Chael Sonnen expects Sean Strickland 'to fight better' in Dricus Du Plessis rematch at UFC 312
Chael Sonnen sees Sean Strickland coming out with an extra fire at UFC 312. Strickland (29-6 MMA, 16-6 UFC) runs things back with middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis (22-2 MMA, 8-0 UFC) in the Feb.
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Colby Covington attacks LeBron James, Jon Jones, Khamzat Chimaev, and more in wild rant ahead of UFC Tampa
Ahead of his comeback at UFC Tampa this coming Saturday, Colby Covington has gone off on LeBron James, Jon Jones, and Khamzat ...
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Sean Strickland Slams ‘Scum’ Khamzat Chimaev For Post-Training Mock: ‘Bro Isn’t Even a F***ing Man At This Point’
UFC middleweight Sean Strickland hits back at Khamzat Chimaev on social media, intensifying their ongoing feud.
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‘Absolute Scammers’: Colby Covington Unleashes Heat on Khamzat Chimaev and Khabib for Promoting Cryptocurrency
UFC star Colby Covington launches an all out offensive branding Khabib and Khamzat scammers for their crypto currency ...
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“Thought He Knew Wrestling” – Arman Tsarukyan Gives Honest Verdict On His Wrestling Match With Khamzat Chimaev
Arman Tsarukyan gives a real verdict on Khamzat Chimaev's wrestling potential on a Russian reality fighting show.