Published On: Thu, Aug 7th, 2025

Video: Watch Khamzat Chimaev rip pads, manhandle training partner ahead of UFC 319

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. – Khamzat Chimaev appears to be in phenomenal shape ahead of his middleweight title fight at UFC 319 against Dricus Du Plessis.

Chimaev (14-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) has never tasted defeat in his professional MMA career, and will get the chance to prove he's the best in the world on Aug. 16 at United Center in Chicago. The 185-pound championship bout serves as the main event of UFC 319. Du Plessis (23-2 MMA, 9-0 UFC) will attempt to record his third title defense.

Just 10 days out from the fight, Chimaev looks sharp. At a private workout at Jaxxon Gym, Chimaev showed off his skills, displaying sharp striking and slick grappling while rolling with a training partner.

Check out the full workout in the video above.

This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: UFC 319: Watch Khamzat Chimaev's private workout ahead of title fight

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