Still Hernandez (15-2 MMA, 9-2 UFC) was asked for his official thoughts on Khamzat Chimaev (15-0 MMA, 9-0 UFC) and his unanimous decision win over Dricus Du Plessis (23-3 MMA, 9-1 UFC) to take the title in the main event.

The most likely immediate challenge to Chimaev’s throne is likely to emerge from that main event pairing in the French capital next month. Imavov currently holds the number one rank at 185lbs, fresh from his stunning knockout win over Israel Adesanya in the Middle East earlier this year.

UFC 319 promises to be a must-watch event with a clash between Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev. Here is how to watch the entire card.

C HICAGO – Khamzat Chimaev beat Dricus Du Plessis soundly at UFC 319 on Saturday, and he wasn't afraid to let him know as he was doing it. Following his title-clinching victory at United Center, Chimaev (15-0 MMA, 9-0 UFC) what it was exactly that he told Du Plessis (23-3 MMA, 9-1 UFC) as he cruised to a unanimous decision victory.

Khamzat Chimaev's Interaction With Daniel Cormier Has Fans Excited For UFC 319 originally appeared on Athlon Sports.