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Time of India
40 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Watch: Khamzat Chimaev receives hero's welcome in Abu Dhabi after being crowned UFC middleweight champion
Khamzat Chimaev (Image Source: Getty) Khamzat Chimaev is now a national hero as he took to the skies following UFC 319 and his dominant victory over Dricus du Plessis in Abu Dhabi. Fans were excited to welcome the 28-year-old man into his first home in the UAE after his historic achievement, after the new UFC champ recently moved to the country. His dominant showing in Chicago not only culminated in him reclaiming the middleweight strap but also solidified his position as the most dangerous man in the sport today. Khamzat Chimaev delivers record-breaking performance at UFC 319 Khamzat Chimaev faces the then-middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis in the main event of UFC 319 on August 16, 2025, at the United Center in Chicago. Chimaev won every round, landing 12 of 17 takedowns and owning the octagon for more than 20 minutes of fighting from the outset. He landed 529 strikes to just 45 for du Plessis, and all three judges scored the bout 50-44 in favour of Whittaker. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) Chimaev not only claimed a middleweight title with the win, but he also set a new UFC record for total control time in a middleweight fight with this victory. His striking skills, coupled with his wrestling prowess, have been praised by fans and analysts alike, a testament to his work ethic and preparation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If the Cat Bites You, Here's What It Really Means. Weird Cat Behavior Explained Undo Fans swarm Abu Dhabi to celebrate Khamzat Chimaev's triumph Chimaev was welcomed back to Abu Dhabi with a grand cheering crowd. Social media was flooded with videos showing supporters chanting for him, waving flags, and celebrating as winners on various media platforms. Also Read: Dricus Du Plessis gets heartfelt support from fiancee Vasti Spiller after UFC 319 loss to Khamzat Chimaev The celebration highlighted not just how close he felt to the UAE, but the increasing prominence of MMA and the sport's international appeal and impact more broadly within the region. Given Chimaev's local success, it is indeed a good deal of local pride for many of his fans, and his hero welcome signifies the loyalty he garnered after moving to Sweden. What's next for UFC's new middleweight champion? Chimaev's already eyeing his first title defense following his 15-0 collision. He has shown a willingness to fight at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi on October 25, 2025. Chimaev suffered no such sweat and is in extraordinary shape. Chimaev, as his fans know, hails from war-torn Chechnya and has fought his way to the top of the UFC, while mixed martial arts has become a global phenomenon, reaching all corners of the globe and uniting people across borders with a shared passion akin to football/soccer. Not only does his recent win and now a hero's welcome mark it as a milestone for his career, but a clear indication that his rising star is one of the sport's most exciting champions to view at present. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
USA Today
an hour ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Joe Rogan: Dricus Du Plessis faces 'tall task' bridging gap with Khamzat Chimaev
Joe Rogan believes Khamzat Chimaev showed he was levels above Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 319. Chimaev (15-0 MMA, 9-0 UFC) swarmed, stifled and out-grappled Du Plessis (23-3 MMA, 9-1 UFC) en route to a lopsided decision win in Saturday's main event at United Center in Chicago. Du Plessis' head coach, Morne Visser, is eager to right the wrongs and dominate Chimaev in a potential rematch, but after what he saw, Rogan doesn't see it as a possibility. "I mean, for Dricus to come back from that and bridge the gap between him and Khamzat? That is a tall task," Rogan said post UFC 319. "It's a tall task because that kind of dominance, that kind of grappling dominance, was not just a level. It was multiple levels, and it just didn't seem like he had any answer for that. I don't know who he brought in to train with him, but clearly he didn't bring in anybody that had that kind of skill." So who can stop Chimaev? Rogan sees one particular middleweight contender having a chance. "Reinier de Ridder in particular," Rogan said. "Given his ability to grapple on the ground and also his ability to land shots standing, particularly that knee he lands. Toughness, experience, he throws those combinations with that long lead-in knee. He's interesting."
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Francis Ngannou, Paulo Costa in studio, Michael 'Venom' Page and more
Ariel Helwani is BACK ... IN ... YOUR ... LIFE! Join "The Ariel Helwani Show" live on Uncrowned and YouTube at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT/6 p.m. UK time as Ariel and the Boys In The Back react to UFC 319 and more from the weekend in combat sports. Monday's lineup can be seen below. 1 p.m. ET: Ariel and the gang break down all the big news from the weekend, including the UFC's big event in Chicago. 2 p.m. ET: Paulo Costa will be live in the studio to react to Khamzat Chimaev's UFC middleweight title win and more. 3:30 p.m. ET: Francis Ngannou will check in to discuss his own status and future plans in combat sports. 4:05 p.m. ET: Michael "Venom" Page talks about his win over Jared Cannonier at UFC 319. 4:25 p.m. ET: Tim Elliott talks about his upset victory over Kai Asakura on Saturday night's UFC event. 4:45 p.m. ET: Bryan Battle checks back in following his canceled fight against Nursulton Ruziboev. Catch all new episodes of "The Ariel Helwani Show" live every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 1 p.m. ET on Uncrowned and The Ariel Helwani Show's YouTube page. To listen to every episode, subscribe on Spotify or iTunes.
USA Today
an hour ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Karine Silva takes issue with crowd, broadcast backlash of judging in UFC 319 win
CHICAGO – Karine Silva met with MMA Junkie and other media members Saturday after her win over Dione Barbosa at UFC 319. Silva (19-5 MMA, 5-1 UFC) outworked Barbosa (8-4 MMA, 2-2 UFC) for a unanimous decision on the preliminary card at United Center in Chicago. Although all three judges scored each round the same, the fans seemed to be surprised Silva got the nod – as did members of the ESPN broadcast crew. "I was a little surprised with the reaction of the fans," Silva said through a translator at her post-fight news conference. "I thought I was closer to submitting her for two of the rounds, and (it's supposed to be) damage over control when they're judging the fight. I thought I had it in the bag. I knew it was close, but I knew I had won it." Silva outstruck Barbosa and had the pair of submission attempts, but Barbosa had three takedowns and more control time. It was a return to the win column for the Brazilian, who said she now hopes to fight in her home country in October when the UFC heads to Rio de Janeiro. "I would love to fight in Rio," Silva said. "It can be with J.J. Aldrich – they can rebook that one. I know Erin Blanchfield doesn't have a fight right now. I know Maycee Barber doesn't have a fight right now. Any girls that are ranked that want an opponent, I'm right here." Check out Silva's full post-fight interview in the video above.
USA Today
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
MMA Junkie Radio #3593: PFL finalist Fabian Edwards, UFC 319 recap
Monday's edition of MMA Junkie Radio with "Gorgeous" George and "Goze" is here. On Episode 3,593, the brosephs welcome in PFL middleweight finalist Fabian Edwards to preview his fight against Dalton Rosta in Thursday's main event. Plus, they recapped the big results from UFC 319, three new PFL champions, the latest news and much more. Tune in!
