UFC 319 Weigh-In:โข Chimaev Strips to Make Weight, Battle Misses Mark
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Chicago, IL – The officialโ weigh-ins for UFC 319, headlined by the middleweight championship boutโ between Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat chimaev, took place Friday morning, revealing a dramatic scene as Chimaev shed weight to โmeet the โ185-pound limit. Simultaneously occurring, Bryan Battle failed to make weight for his middleweightโข debut, sparking immediate fan reaction.
chimaev’s Dramatic Weight Cut
Khamzat Chimaev faced a significant challenge โmaking theโข 185-pound middleweight limit. In a surprising turn, Chimaev reportedly โremoved his clothing behind a curtain before stepping on the scale, ultimately weighingโ in atโข 183 pounds-two pounds under the limit. This intense effort underscores the dedication andโ physical toll required to competeโ at the highest level of mixed martial arts.
Did You Know?โฆ
Weight cutting is a common practice in MMA, but extreme methods can pose health risks. Athletes often dehydrate โthemselves to make weight, then rehydrate quickly, which can strain the cardiovascular system (Grandjean et al., 2003).
Du Plessis Completes Weight Cut
Dricusโ du Plessis, the โคreigning middleweight champion, successfully โcompleted a significant weight cut, reportedly losing 45 pounds, and weighed in without issue. His ability to efficiently manage his weight demonstrates โขstrategic planning and physical conditioning for his title defense against Chimaev.
Bryan Battle Misses Weight
Bryan Battle,โ transitioning โto the middleweight division, was four pounds over the 186-pound โlimit. Despite his efforts, Battle tipped the scales at 190 pounds. This marks the second time Battle โคhas missedโข weight in his professional career, raising concerns about hisโฃ ability to consistently compete in the division.
Pro Tip:โฆ
Missing weight can result inโ penalties, including a percentage of the fighter’s purse being forfeited to their opponent. Repeated weight misses can also jeopardize aโ fighter’s position within the organization.
Fan Reaction
News of Battle’s weight miss quickly spread on social media, eliciting strongโค reactions from fans. Many calledโค for severe consequences, including potential release from the UFC. Comments ranged from frustration to demands for stricter enforcementโ of weight-cutting rules.
UFC 319 Weigh-In Results
Here’s a complete โrundown of the โweigh-in results for UFCโ 319:
| Fighter 1 | Weight (lbs) | Fighter 2 | Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dricus โDu Plessis | 185 | Khamzat Chimaev | 183 |
| Lerone Murphy | 146 | Aaron Pico | 145 |
| Geoff Neal | 171 | Carlos prates | 170 |
| Jared Cannonier | 186 | Michael page | 186 |
| Kai Asakura | 126 | Tim Elliott | 126 |
| Eric Nolan | 183 | Baisangur Susurkaev | 186 |
| Gerald meerschaert | 185 | Michal oleksiejczuk | 186 |
| Jessica andrade | 116 | Loopy godinez | 115 |
| Alexander Hernandez | 156 | Chase Hooper | 155 |
| Edson Barboza | 155.5 | drakkar Klose | 156 |
| Bryan Battle | 190* | Nursulton Ruziboev | 186 |
| Dione โคBarbosa | 125.5 | Karine Silva | 125 |
| Alibi idiris | 126 | Joseph Morales | 126 |
*Bryan Battle missed weight by 4lbs.
The stakes are high as โUFCโค 319 approaches. Will Chimaev’s weight โคcut impactโ his performance againstโค du Plessis? And โwhat will be โขthe outcome for Battle after failing to make weight? these questions will be answered Saturdayโ night in Chicago.
The issue of weight cutting in MMA has been aโข long-standing concern. โThe practice, while strategically advantageous, carries inherent risks to fighter health. Organizations like โฃthe UFC are continually exploring solutions, including more stringent weight-cutting protocols and the potential for same-day weigh-ins, to mitigate these dangers. The evolution of โweight classes and the increasing emphasis on fighterโ safety reflect a โgrowing awareness of the long-term consequences of extreme weight manipulation.
Frequentlyโ Asked Questions About UFC 319 Weigh-Ins
- Whatโ happened with Khamzat Chimaev at theโ weigh-ins?
Khamzat โขChimaev had to strip down to make the 185-pound middleweight limit,โ weighing in atโข 183 pounds.
- Did Dricus du Plessis make weight for his title defense?
Yes, Dricus du Plessis successfully made weight, completing a 45-pound weight cut.
- Why did Bryan Battle miss weight?
โฃ โ Bryan Battle weighed in at 190โ pounds, four pounds over the 186-pound middleweight limit.
- What are the consequences of missing weight โขin the UFC?
โค Fighters who miss weight typically forfeit โขa percentage โof โtheir purse to their opponent.
- Is weight cutting dangerous for fighters?
โข โข Yes, extreme weight cutting can be dangerous and pose health โฃrisks toโ fighters.
we hope you enjoyed this detailedโข report on the UFC 319 weigh-ins. Stay tuned for full coverage of the event onโ Saturday! If you โfound this article insightful, please share it with yourโฃ fellow MMA fans, โleave a comment โขbelow, and consider subscribing to our newsletter for more exclusive content.