Chimaev in victory against Whittaker in UFC 308. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
the news that Dricus du Plessis was allegedly injured, released this Sunday (20), was like a bucket of cold water on the plans of Khamzat Shimaev. Although the organization has not confirmed the fight, it has been heavily speculated as the main fight of UFC 317, on June 28, scheduled to take place during 'International Fight Week'.
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The news that 'DDP' was injured was given in first hand by American combat sports journalist Kevin Iole. So far, neither the UFC nor Du Plessis' team have commented on the alleged injury.
Unlike Chimaev, who wasted no time. The undefeated Chechen fighter had been piquing fans' curiosity throughout the week with several mysterious posts on social media. Including in one of them, he appears interacting with 'DDP', with the middleweight belt (up to 83,9 kg) on his shoulders.
Visibly frustrated, Chimaev posted a not-so-subtle comment about the South African.
“This guy is the biggest piece of shit,” the Chechen wrote. (see below)
This guy biggest bullshit ♂️
— Khamzat Shimaev (@KChimaev) April 20, 2025
If Du Plessis' injury is officially confirmed, a possible middleweight title fight between the two would only happen at the end of 2025. The organization would also have to scramble to find another fight to headline UFC 317. Also according to Kevin Iole, the name of the lightweight champion (up to 70,3 kg.), Islam makhachev, has been quoted.
Dricus du Plessis last entered the octagon in February of this year in UFC 312, when he won the rematch against Sean Strickland by unanimous decision. The middleweight champion had an impeccable performance, even giving the American a broken nose.
Yes, Khamzat Shimaev comes from victory over Robert whittaker No. UFC 308, in October of last year. 'The Wolf' defeated the former champion in the first round, with a brutal submission that even broke his opponent's jaw.
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