Recently, Joe Rogan offered his insights regarding the highly anticipated fight between Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev in the UFC. Du Plessis, fresh off defending his UFC middleweight title against Sean Strickland, is now gearing up to take on the undefeated Chimaev.

In his last appearance, Du Plessis achieved a unanimous decision victory over Strickland, further solidifying his impressive MMA record of 23 wins against just 2 losses. This victory sets the stage for a thrilling encounter with Chimaev, who boasts an unblemished record of 14 wins from 14 fights.

While Du Plessis has aspirations to challenge UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira in the future, he is fully focused on the imminent clash with Chimaev. At a recent press conference, Du Plessis remarked, “Khamzat is my next opponent. I aim to be the greatest in this sport, and defeating Pereira would be monumental for my legacy. But right now, my attention is on Chimaev.”

In a discussion about the potential dynamics of the upcoming fight, Joe Rogan emphasized the unpredictability that surrounds the matchup. On his podcast, he pointed out Chimaev’s ability to execute rapid takedowns and speculated on how moving up to the 185-pound weight class might affect his performance.

Anticipation for this battle has surged following UFC president Dana White’s confirmation that Du Plessis and Chimaev will indeed face off in the Octagon. With both fighters eager to showcase their skills and prove their worth, fans can look forward to an exhilarating contest between these two elite athletes.