The fight between Khamzat Chimaev and Dricus Du Plessis took place on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the United Center in Chicago. This was the main event of UFC 319, where Du Plessis defended his middleweight title against the undefeated Chimaev. The fight event started at 10 p.m. ET, with the main event expected around 12:05 a.m. ET, but the timing could shift depending on earlier fights.