Dricus Du Plessis' wrestling defense was not up to par at UFC 319. | Getty/UFC Dricus Du Plessis' coach still thinks he can solve the puzzle of Khamzat Chimaev. Chimaev challenged Du Plessis for the middleweight title in the main event at UFC 319 on Saturday in Chicago.

Dricus Du Plessis' coach is confident they can work on mistakes and get their belt back after UFC 319.

Despite losing his UFC middleweight title to Khamzat Chimaev, Dricus du Plessis continues to cement his status as one of South Africa’s top MMA stars, with his skill, marketability, and rising profile showing that his career is only heading upwards.