Du Plessis was bored with Chimaev in the octagon

Alexandr Ormanji Jan. 21, 2026, 4:43 a.m.

Drikus Du Plessis, former UFC middleweight champion, recalled his recent fight against Khamzat Chimaev, in which he lost the title.

“As I already said, respect to him. He went out and did what needed to be done. It wasn't the fight I would have wanted, considering all the hype. Not the most interesting fight to watch. I was bored, and I was in the cage. Although he did everything to take the belt. If that's your decision, well, all the better for you. Everyone has their own priorities,” said Drikus du Plessis in an interview with Fight Forecast.

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