Du Plessis has been one of the most dominant fighters over the past couple of years. Since his first fight in the UFC in 2020, the South African contestant has not lost a match, winning the Middleweight belt at UFC 290 in 2023. He has since defended the title thrice, two wins coming by decision.

Joseph Morales washed out of the UFC after three fights in 2018, then took nearly three years off before rebuilding his career with four straight wins and a berth in The Ultimate Fighter’s season 33 flyweight title fight.

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Dana White’s Contender Series has been a remarkable success for UFC, consistently discovering fresh talent and providing opportunities. The UFC The post Dana White Grants Khamzat Chimaev Teammate’s Wild Four-Day Notice UFC 319 Wish appeared first on FirstSportz.

On Saturday night, the UFC returned to pay-per-view with UFC 319 at the United Center in Chicago, IL. The card