KHAMZAT CHIMAEV is the UFC's new middleweight champion following a BLOWOUT victory over Dricus Du Plessis.

But MMA fans weren't happy with his wrestling-dominant display and showered him with BOOS after UFC 319's main event judges turned in their 50-44 scorecards

Fan favourite Chimaev, 31, went into his maiden title fight as a HUGE favourite over the dominant champ.

And he ripped the 185lbs strap from DDP's clutches with a wide unanimous decision victory, a little over five years after his incredible debut in MMA's top promotion.

An elated Chimaev said: "I'm happy, happy as always to get my money . Dana [White] send me my money , brother."

He added: "That guy is strong, I couldn't finish him. Respect to that guy.

"The only champion was saying my name. This guy has big heart.

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