The UFC 319 main event was one-way traffic from Khamzat Chimaev, resulting in the crowning of a new middleweight champion.

The most likely immediate challenge to Chimaev’s throne is likely to emerge from that main event pairing in the French capital next month. Imavov currently holds the number one rank at 185lbs, fresh from his stunning knockout win over Israel Adesanya in the Middle East earlier this year.

Khamzat Chimaev's Interaction With Daniel Cormier Has Fans Excited For UFC 319 originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Who should first challenge Khamzat Chimaev after his dominant UFC 319 title win? We attempt to sort out middleweight.

UFC 319 is officially set to take place at the United Center, headlined by a highly anticipated matchup between Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev.