As Khamzat Chimaev prepares to battle Dricus Du Plessis for the UFC middleweight crown, the spotlight is squarely on the Chechen-born Swede. Known for his explosive performances, unshakable confidence, and ability to finish fights early, Chimaev has quickly become one of the most feared and fascinating athletes in MMA.
What. A. Card. From the early prelims to the final bell, UFC 318 delivered high-energy action and some serious shake-ups to the leaderboard.
The trilogy for Holloway and Poirier - Will Holloway get his revenge? Or will Poirier get the fairytale ending?
Ilia proves he’s the real deal, Talbott shocks Lima, and the fantasy leaderboard gets shaken up. A wild UFC card with big performances, bonus drama, and fresh faces rising to the top.
Ilia Topuria has dominated the lower divisions, now he walks into the shark tank that is lightweight. But before he can call out Islam, he has to deal with the people’s champ — Charles Oliveira. This isn’t just a step up in weight. It’s a rite of passage.
For many, UFC 316 probably didn’t look like a blockbuster on paper—but it absolutely delivered. I was blown away by everyone’s performance, especially on the main card. Heres the roundup and the winners!