Khamzat Chimaev is finally a UFC champion. The undefeated Russian claimed the promotion's middleweight title in the main event of Saturday's UFC 319 card in Chicago, defeating Dricus Du Plessis by decision in one of the most dominant performances from a challenger in history.

Memorable card in a number of ways — along with a couple of absolutely shocking outcomes. Will be one we talk about at year’s end, certainly. Lee: Could have used one more spinning back elbow knockout,

Khamzat Chimaev may not have made many new fans with his dominant win over Dricus du Plessis in the main event of UFC 319 on Saturday, but the top title challenger is taking home the UFC middleweight championship after winning a lopsided decision with a smothering grappling performance.