“DDP” wasn’t a particularly standout signing when he joined the UFC roster, but that didn’t stop him from gaining momentum and repeatedly finishing his opponents as the competition grew stiff.

Things got chippy between Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev ahead of their fight at UFC 319 on Saturday.

du Plessis is making his third title defense since becoming the champ by defeating Sean Strickland on a split decision in January 2024.