Dricus Du Plessis Agrees to Fight Alex Pereira at 205

Dricus du Plessis successfully defended his middleweight title against Sean Strickland at UFC 312, winning by unanimous decision and solidifying his standing as one of the top fighters in the UFC. Following his victory, du Plessis called out light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, expressing a desire to face him in a future superfight, which Pereira responded to positively, suggesting a match at 205 pounds. However, du Plessis must first contend with Khamzat Chimaev, who is positioned as the next title challenger in the middleweight division. Du Plessis acknowledged the challenges posed by both Chimaev and Pereira, emphasizing his respect for Pereira's accomplishments in the sport. The potential matchup between du Plessis and Pereira has generated significant interest, but both fighters will need to navigate their immediate challenges before the superfight can materialize. UFC President Dana White has confirmed Chimaev's next shot at du Plessis for the middleweight title, indicating that the anticipated fight with Pereira will have to wait.