In the end, Chimaev came out on top in what was one of the most lopsided championship beatdowns in recent memory, costing him his title and undefeated record inside the Octagon.

Khamzat Chimaev completely dominated Dricus du Plessis to win the UFC middleweight championship at UFC 319 on Saturday night, smothering the South African with his grappling.

Chimaev was particularly dominant in the third round, landing 156 strikes – more than three times as many as du Plessis managed in the entire fight.