UFC 319’s main card* is headlined by a thrilling middleweight title fight between champion *Dricus du Plessis* and unbeaten contender **Khamzat Chimaev**. Du Plessis brings a well-rounded skill set, strong cardio, and proven five-round durability after victories over top contenders like Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland. Chimaev, on the other hand, is known for his explosive wrestling and suffocating pace, though he’s yet to be tested deep into a five-rounder. The fight is being hyped as a classic clash between composure and chaos—du Plessis’ veteran strategy versus Chimaev’s relentless early aggression.
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The rest of the card is stacked with compelling matchups. *Aaron Pico* makes his UFC debut against *Lerone Murphy**, offering a battle of elite athleticism and unproven potential. **Michael "Venom" Page* faces *Jared Cannonier* in a striker’s delight, while *Geoff Neal* takes on *Carlos Prates* in what promises to be a high-paced welterweight slugfest. Kicking off the main card is a flyweight bout between veteran *Tim Elliott* and former Rizin champion **Kai Asakura**, adding international flair and fast-paced action. UFC 319 is shaping up to be one of the most explosive and storyline-rich events of the year.