UFC 319: Dricus du Plessis agrees with sentiment that he is 'everything' Khamzat Chimaev was meant to be

Dricus du Plessis, the current UFC middleweight champion, believes he has surpassed Khamzat Chimaev as the organization's rising star ahead of their highly anticipated fight at UFC 319 in Chicago. Du Plessis, who is undefeated in his professional career, has expressed agreement with the sentiment that he has become "everything" Chimaev was meant to be. He cites his dominant performances and impressive finishes as evidence that he has taken the mantle from the once-hyped Chechen fighter. The South African champion is confident in his abilities and believes he will prove his superiority over Chimaev in their upcoming bout. Both fighters are known for their aggressive styles and finishing abilities, making this a highly anticipated matchup in the middleweight division. The winner of this fight could potentially solidify their position as one of the top contenders in the division and potentially earn a shot at the UFC middleweight title.