Dricus du Plessis Confident Khamzat Chimaev Can’t Defeat Alex Pereira
Dricus du Plessis recently expressed his views on the potential matchup between Khamzat Chimaev and Alex Pereira. Despite his previous loss to Chimaev, du Plessis remains confident that Chimaev cannot defeat Pereira.
Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev Recap
Two months ago, du Plessis faced Chimaev in the octagon during UFC 319. After a challenging 25 minutes, he lost the middleweight title to Chimaev via unanimous decision. The fight was noted for Chimaev’s dominance.
Khamzat Chimaev’s Future Plans
Chimaev, now the UFC middleweight champion, has expressed interest in moving up to the light heavyweight division. He aims to challenge Pereira for the title, following Pereira’s impressive performance against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320.
- Pereira secured a swift victory, finishing Ankalaev in just 80 seconds.
- This was significant as it marked the first stoppage due to strikes in Ankalaev’s career.
Du Plessis’s Perspective on Pereira
In a recent interview with Fight Forecast, du Plessis asserted that a match between Chimaev and Pereira would not end well for Chimaev. He stated, “There’s no way he beats Pereira, in my opinion.” He believes that Chimaev’s ambitions to challenge Pereira are unrealistic.
The Rise of Alex Pereira
Pereira’s journey has been impressive, especially after recapturing his light heavyweight title. Following his loss to Ankalaev at UFC 313 in March, Pereira was granted an immediate rematch, which he executed brilliantly.
Du Plessis regards Pereira as one of the greatest fighters in combat sports. He noted Pereira’s size and strength during his recent fight against Ankalaev, which made him appear formidable in the octagon.
Conclusion
In summary, Dricus du Plessis is firmly convinced that Khamzat Chimaev will struggle against Alex Pereira. The contrasting styles and sizes of the fighters could present a significant challenge for Chimaev, as du Plessis suggested that such a bout would favor Pereira significantly.
