UFC 319 will feature Dricus du Plessis entering the ring to defend his UFC middleweight title for the third time as Khamzat Chimaev challenges.

Reigning UFC 185-pound champion, Dricus du Plessis, came face-to-face with undefeated middleweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev, ahead of their five-round title fight atop the UFC 319 pay-per-view (PPV) card on Sat.

Dricus du Plessis will aim for the third defense of his UFC middleweight title in the main event when he welcomes unbeaten Khamzat Chimaev. In the co-headliner, former Bellator top prospect Aaron Pico will make his promotional debut against 16-0-1 Lerone Murphy in a pivotal matchup at 145 pounds.