Chimaev's nickname "Borz" translates to "wolf," a fitting moniker for a fighter who lunges and clamps onto foes with rabid precision. Chimaev and his many supporters see him as UFC's apex predator. But Du Plessis is the king of the middleweight jungle. He's tracked Chimaev for a long time and, at UFC 319, he's going wolf hunting.

Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev share a respectful moment ahead of UFC 319 title clash in Chicago after months of tense build-up.

Khamzat Chimaev crushed former UFC Middleweight Champion Robert Whittaker's jaw to set up his title fight with Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319.