Du Plessis says Chimaev uses weight cut as excuse for Strickland loss

Middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis commented on Khamzat Chimaev's weight-cutting difficulties, suggesting Chimaev uses his weight cut as an excuse for his loss to Sean Strickland. Du Plessis stated that the weight cut isn't exceptionally difficult and that he himself has cut more weight before. He emphasized that better discipline would make the weight-cutting process easier. The comments appear to dismiss Chimaev's struggles as a matter of personal responsibility rather than genuine hardship. Du Plessis's remarks add to the ongoing narrative surrounding Chimaev's middleweight debut loss.