UFC 319:Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev Headlines Blockbuster Card in China

The UFC is set to return to the United Center in Chicago with a stacked card headlined by a middleweight championship showdown. Reigning champion Dricus Du Plessis will put his title on the line against undefeated, No. 3-ranked contender Khamzat Chimaev in the main event of UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev.

In the co-main event, No. 6-ranked featherweight Lerone Murphy faces rising UFC newcomer Aaron Pico in a high-stakes matchup that could shake up the division.

The action also features an exciting flyweight clash as Japanese knockout artist and No. 15-ranked contender Kai Asakura makes his second UFC appearance against veteran fan favorite Tim Elliott, who enters the bout ranked No. 11.

UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev airs live in Asia on Sunday, Aug. 17. Prelims begin at 6 a.m. (Hong Kong), with the main card starting at 10 a.m.