Khamzat Chimaev Hints At Dethroning Dricus Du Plessis To Claim UFC Belt In Spartan Style

Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev

Khamzat Chimaev has taken the middleweight division by storm, especially after dominating Robert Whittaker. Now, his eyes are locked on championship gold. Eager for a title shot, Chimaev seems to be targeting Dricus Du Plessis next. He recently shared a bold poster hinting at their potential clash, subtly warning that while DDP is a warrior, he’s next in line to fall. The message is clear: Chimaev isn’t just coming to fight, he’s coming to take the throne.

Khamzat Chimaev has taken the middleweight division by storm, especially after dominating Robert Whittaker. Now, his eyes are locked on championship gold. Eager for a title shot, Chimaev seems to be targeting Dricus Du Plessis next. He recently shared a bold poster hinting at their potential clash, subtly warning that while DDP is a warrior, he’s next in line to fall. The message is clear: Chimaev isn’t just coming to fight, he’s coming to take the throne.

On X, Khamzat Chimaev dropped a powerful poster that screams 300 movie energy. In it, he stands tall holding the UFC title, while Dricus Du Plessis kneels before him, Spartan-style, surrounded by his own fallen army.

The imagery is bold, intense, and symbolic. Chimaev isn’t just calling for a title shot, he’s declaring war. With this cinematic vibe, he’s sending a clear message to the middleweight division: he’s the unstoppable force coming for the throne.

Indeed, this picture has poured fuel on an already fiery rivalry, turning up the heat ahead of a potential showdown. Now, all eyes are on whether Chimaev will rise to the occasion, claim the belt, and keep his unbeaten streak alive—or if Dricus Du Plessis will shock the world once again, just like he did against Adesanya, Strickland, and Whittaker.

Renier De Ridder Shares How Dricus Du Plessis Can Upset Khamzat Chimaev

Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev

Talking about the fight, De Ridder thinks Chimaev will start the fight fast and try to take Dricus du Plessis down early. But he believes Dricus won’t be easy to control because of his strange but smart movements. Chimaev might have trouble getting a quick finish, and as the fight goes on, Dricus could take over with his strength and unpredictable style, especially in a five-round battle.

Renier De Ridder feels that Dricus du Plessis could win if the fight reaches the fifth round. While Chimaev might dominate early, De Ridder sees Dricus growing stronger as the fight goes on, using his awkward movement and heavy hands to turn the tide in the later rounds.