UFC 319: Du Plessis vs Chimaev - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Dricus Du Plessis defends his UFC Middleweight Championship against Khamzat Chimaev at the United Center in Chicago. The fight headlines UFC 319.

Dricus, also known as 'Stillknocks,' was born in Pretoria and fights out of Team CIT. He turned pro in 2013. His record includes victories over opponents like Sean Strickland, whom he recently defeated by unanimous decision. Khamzat 'Borz' Chimaev, out of Dubai's Allstars Training Center, began his pro career in 2018. He remains undefeated and recently dominated Robert Whittaker with a face crank submission.

What time is Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev fight

Live coverage for the Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN+ PPV. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025	06:00 PM	10:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025	03:00 PM	07:00 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025	10:00 PM	02:00 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025	09:00 AM	01:00 PM

The UFC 319 event takes place on August 16, 2025, at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. The main card begins at 10:00 PM EST. The headline fight features Dricus Du Plessis against Khamzat Chimaev for the UFC Middleweight Championship. This is a five-round bout.

The start time may vary slightly due to the duration of earlier fights on the card. Fans should be aware that undercard performances can affect the timing of the main event.

Viewers should check local listings for exact start times in their region.

Fighters Details

Dricus Du Plessis faces Khamzat Chimaev for the UFC Middleweight Championship over five rounds.

Dricus Du Plessis

Nationality: South Africa
Height: 183 cm
Weight: 83.9 kg
Total Fights: 25
Record: 23 / 2 / 0

Dricus Du Plessis boasts an impressive record of 23 wins with 9 by knockout and only 2 losses. He recently secured a unanimous decision victory over Sean Strickland, a formidable opponent with 29 wins and 11 knockouts. Du Plessis’s experience against high-caliber opponents positions him strongly in this championship fight.

Khamzat Chimaev

Nationality: United Arab Emirates
Height: 188 cm
Weight: 84.4 kg
Total Fights: 14
Record: 14 / 0 / 0

Khamzat Chimaev remains undefeated with 14 wins, including 6 knockouts. He submitted Robert Whittaker in his last bout, who holds 26 wins and 10 knockouts. Chimaev’s consistent performance and unmatched record make him a formidable contender for Du Plessis.

Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev Betting Odds

Underdog: Dricus Du Plessis : 3.0 (+205)
Favorite: Khamzat Chimaev : 1.6 (-180)

Method of victory	Dricus Du Plessis	Khamzat Chimaev
By KO/TKO or disqualification	7.0 (+600)	5.5 (+450)
By decision or technical decision	7.5 (+650)	6.2 (+525)

How and where to watch the Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev Fight

You can watch Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev via ESPN+.

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