In a shocking turn of events, UFC middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis issued a bold five-word warning to Khamzat Chimaev: “He will regret fighting me.” The statement, dripping with confidence, has sent shockwaves through the MMA world, igniting a heated response from the undefeated Chechen star. Posts on X reveal Chimaev’s fiery retort, with the fighter reportedly “going crazy” over Du Plessis’ taunt, promising a brutal showdown.

Du Plessis, fresh off his title defense, is no stranger to mind games. Speaking to TMZ Sports, he described a potential clash with Chimaev as “absolute chaos,” vowing to attack relentlessly rather than defend against Chimaev’s feared grappling. “Khamzat thinks he’s strong, but he hasn’t felt anything yet,” Du Plessis added, comparing his power to a “tank” against Chimaev’s “gun.”

Chimaev, known for his ferocious style and dominant performances, didn’t hold back. Responding via his team, he escalated the war of words, stating, “Let them prepare for war, I’m preparing for m*rder.” The tension is palpable as fans eagerly await a potential UFC showdown, with both fighters seemingly ready to settle the score in the octagon.

This verbal sparring has fueled speculation about a 2025 blockbuster fight. Will Du Plessis’ confidence backfire, or can he dethrone the hype surrounding Chimaev? The MMA world is buzzing, and this rivalry is set to explode.