Dricus Du Plessis dismisses weight cut excuse for Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328
Dricus Du Plessis has dismissed the idea that Khamzat Chimaev's weight cut impacted his performance at UFC 328. Chimaev lost a split decision to Sean Strickland, and while some claimed the weight cut affected him, Du Plessis disagrees. He labeled the weight cut excuse as 'ridiculous' in a recent interview.
- ▪Khamzat Chimaev lost a split decision to Sean Strickland at UFC 328.
- ▪Du Plessis believes the weight cut excuse is unfounded and 'ridiculous'.
- ▪Chimaev appeared drained at weigh-ins and struggled during the fight.
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