Dricus du Plessis and Caio Borralho exchange challenges, Usman bout reportedly in works

Caio Borralho traveled to South Africa to challenge middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis, prompting an immediate response from the champion who invited him to spar at his gym. Borralho dismissed the offer and told du Plessis to sign a fight contract instead. Du Plessis responded by questioning why Borralho thinks he's even being considered as an opponent. Meanwhile, multiple insiders have reported that a bout between du Plessis and Kamaru Usman is in development. The social media exchange highlights Borralho's attempt to position himself for a title shot while du Plessis appears focused on other potential challengers. Shavkat Rakhmonov also concerned fans with rehabilitation footage showing him far from fighting condition, having not competed in over 18 months.