Sun May 04 04:40:00 UTC 2025: **Till and Chimaev Reunite for Title Shot Bid**
DERBY, ENGLAND – Former UFC welterweight contender Darren Till will be reuniting with his former training partner, Khamzat Chimaev, to help prepare for his upcoming title fight against Dricus du Plessis. The pair, known for their close bond, will be working together again after Till’s move to a boxing career temporarily ended their training partnership.
Till, who faces Darren Stewart in a Misfits Boxing match on May 16th, confirmed the collaboration in an exclusive interview with Bloody Elbow. Chimaev reportedly reached out to Till for assistance with striking ahead of his anticipated middleweight title fight with Du Plessis, which is expected later this year.
Till, who fought Du Plessis in his final UFC bout, believes Chimaev has the power to defeat the champion. He acknowledges Du Plessis’ impressive track record of overcoming opponents but predicts Chimaev’s strength and submission skills will prove decisive. Despite losing to Du Plessis, Till praised the champion’s ability to secure wins, highlighting his impressive victories over Robert Whittaker, Israel Adesanya, and Sean Strickland.
The reunion of Till and Chimaev adds an intriguing dimension to Chimaev’s title pursuit, offering a valuable insight into Du Plessis’ fighting style and potentially providing Chimaev with a significant advantage. Till’s upcoming Misfits Boxing match against Stewart will precede this crucial collaboration, with tickets available on Ticketmaster and the fight viewable internationally via DAZN.
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