UFC 317 Title Fight Canceled After Du Plessis Injury

The expected UFC middleweight title fight between champion Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 317 appears to be canceled after reports of du Plessis suffering an injury, though no official confirmation has been made. This development is another setback for Chimaev, whose career has already experienced several canceled fights and health-related issues. In the aftermath, contender Caio Borralho called out Chimaev and proposed an interim title fight, with both fighters engaging in social media exchanges referencing past training sessions. UFC legend Michael Bisping and others in the MMA community have suggested an interim championship only makes sense if du Plessis faces an extended absence. The UFC has yet to comment publicly on the situation, leaving fans speculating about possible replacement bouts and the timing of du Plessis's return. Betting odds and anticipation remain high amid uncertainty over the division's future.