UFC 319 Fight Card Expands for Chicago Return

UFC 319 is scheduled for August 16, 2025, at the United Center in Chicago, headlined by middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis defending his title against top contender Khamzat Chimaev. Du Plessis enters his defense following notable victories over Robert Whittaker, Sean Strickland, and Israel Adesanya, underscoring his dominance in the division. The main card features Edson Barboza’s return to lightweight against Drakkar Klose, Bobby Green facing Diego Ferreira, and Bryan Battle, undefeated in his last five, moving up to middleweight to take on Nursulton Ruziboev. Chase Hooper will seek his sixth consecutive win against Alexander Hernandez. The lineup now includes ten official fights, with high-stakes matchups such as Asakura vs. Elliott in the flyweight division. Additional bouts and details are expected to be announced closer to the event.