UFC 319 Complete Breakdown: Chimaev Destroys Du Plessis + Back-to-Back Spinning Elbow Finishes
The Ringside Report crew thought they were settling in for just another UFC pay-per-view watch along. Armed with bloody caesars and jalapeno chips, Dave Simon, AJ D’Alesio, and Fred Garcia had no idea they were about to witness the most unprecedented sequence in UFC history—back-to-back spinning elbow knockouts that would leave one fighter hospitalized and rewrite the record books.
What started as casual commentary quickly turned to stunned silence as Carlos Prates dropped Geoff Neal with a perfectly timed spinning elbow in the dying seconds of their first round. “Spinning back elbow knocks him out! It’s over!” Dave shouted, but the real shock was yet to come.
Just one fight later, as Aaron Pico seemed to be dominating Lerone Murphy on the ground, lightning struck twice. Murphy’s spinning elbow caught Pico flush on the temple, leaving the prospect unconscious and motionless. “Back to back spinners, that’s never happened in UFC,” AJ said in disbelief, capturing the historic nature of what they’d just witnessed.
But the night’s biggest story was still to unfold in the main event, where Khamzat Chimaev would deliver a wrestling masterclass so dominant that it left champion Dricus du Plessis looking “like a guy who’s just been deflated,” according to AJ’s ringside analysis. The crew’s live reactions—from technical breakdowns to genuine concern for fighter safety—provided the perfect soundtrack to a night that reminded everyone why MMA remains the most unpredictable sport on earth.
UFC 319 Breakdown: Why Chimaev DESTROYS Dricus After DC Video
A viral moment changed everything for UFC 319. When Khamzat Chimaev effortlessly picked up and spun former heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier like a rag doll, it sent shockwaves through the MMA world and completely shifted expert predictions for Saturday’s middleweight title fight against Dricus du Plessis. Ringside Report’s Dave Simon and AJ D’Alesio break down why this display of freakish strength means Chimaev destroys the champion, plus complete betting breakdowns and fight analysis.
UFC 319 Preview: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev and the Death of Pay-Per-View
Two seismic events are reshaping combat sports this week: Dricus Du Plessis defends his middleweight title against undefeated Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319, while the UFC’s $7.7 billion Paramount deal officially kills the pay-per-view model forever. This Thursday at 8:05 PM ET, Dave Simon, Fred Garcia, and AJ D’Alesio break down why the reigning champion enters as a betting underdog, what Chimaev’s perfect record means when he’s never fought past round three, and how guaranteed streaming revenue changes everything for fighters who just lost their biggest bargaining chip. Live on YouTube, Rumble, Twitch and Kick—because understanding the business matters as much as knowing who can take a shot.
UFC Books O’Malley vs Merab 2 Rematch, But Can They Build Stars Like Wrestling Does?
Ringside Report MMA reacts to O’Malley vs Merab 2 being booked for UFC 316. Hosts discuss the PFL season opener featuring Fred Dupras, analyze the UFC’s lack of big fights, potential Netflix deal, and preview UFC Vegas: Emmett vs Murphy with predictions. Is Conor McGregor done for good?
UFC 308: Chimaev’s Domination, Topuria’s Triumph, and More!
UFC 308 delivered an unforgettable night of action! 💥 From Magomedov’s brutal KO to Chimaev’s lightning-fast submission and Topuria’s title-clinching knockout, this card had it all. Dive into our recap with the Ringside Report Network and relive the biggest moments!
UFC 308 Preview: Key Battles and Predictions
UFC 308 promises an action-packed night with Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway headlining the card. Read our breakdown and predictions for all the main card matchups!
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