UFC 319 Results are in, and Khamzat Chimaev is the new UFC Middleweight Champion. The undefeated star dominated Dricus du Plessis in Chicago with relentless wrestling and ground control to capture the 185-pound belt. The event also featured highlight-reel knockouts and shocking upsets that kept fans buzzing.
On August 16, 2025, the United Center in Chicago hosted one of the most anticipated events of the year — UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev. The night delivered thrilling finishes, highlight-reel knockouts, and a new champion crowned in the middleweight division.
Main Event: Khamzat Chimaev vs. Dricus du Plessis
The headline bout featured Khamzat “Borz” Chimaev challenging reigning middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis.
- Result: Chimaev defeated du Plessis via unanimous decision (50-44 ×3).
- Fight Style: Chimaev showcased relentless grappling, scoring 12 takedowns out of 17 attempts and controlling the fight for almost 22 minutes.
- Striking Stats: Chimaev landed an astonishing 529 total strikes, while du Plessis only managed 45.
This dominant performance secured Chimaev his first UFC Middleweight Championship, proving his elite status in the division.
Co-Main Event: Lerone Murphy’s Stunning Knockout
In the co-main event, Lerone Murphy faced Aaron Pico. Murphy ended the fight in dramatic fashion with a spinning back elbow knockout in the first round. The win boosted his title aspirations, and he boldly called out Alexander Volkanovski for a future featherweight title shot.
Carlos Prates Delivers a Wild Finish
One of the most talked-about moments of UFC 319 came when Carlos Prates knocked out Geoff Neal with a spinning back elbow at the final second of round one.
- The knockout instantly went viral.
- Prates lit up social media further when he smoked a cigarette at the post-fight press conference, shocking fans and Dana White alike.
Other Main Card Highlights
- Michael “Venom” Page defeated Jared Cannonier via unanimous decision.
- Tim Elliott submitted Kai Asakura with a guillotine choke in round two.
- Baisangur Susurkaev earned a rear-naked choke victory over Eric Nolan.
Performance Bonuses at UFC 319
The UFC handed out $50,000 performance bonuses to four fighters:
- Khamzat Chimaev – Middleweight title win
- Lerone Murphy – Spinning elbow KO
- Carlos Prates – Spinning elbow KO
- Tim Elliott – Submission win
No Fight of the Night bonus was awarded.
UFC 319 Results Final Takeaway
UFC 319 will be remembered as the night Khamzat Chimaev finally became a UFC champion. His dominance over Dricus du Plessis showed that “Borz” is not just hype, but a force to be reckoned with.
The card also gave fans unforgettable highlights — from Murphy’s spinning elbow KO to Carlos Prates’ viral knockout and wild antics. UFC 319 proved why MMA fans love the sport: unexpected moments, brutal finishes, and history-making performances.
