Unlike his two prior title defences, the build-up to Dricus du Plessis’ third title defence, against Khamzat Chimaev, has been strictly focused on the action inside the octagon.
The build-up to the highly anticipated UFC middleweight fight between champion Dricus du Plessis and number one contender Khamzat Chimaev has been fairly respectful so far.
The pair met in the lobby of the athlete’s hotel — in Chicago, where UFC 319 is being held — for the first time prior to their fight and had a courteous greeting. The talk before the fight has been civil from both camps, respecting the quality of the opposing fighters.
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Fun South African Fact: South Africa was once the world’s number one producer of gold