Usman Jumps to Middleweight

Kamaru Usman is making a significant move up to the middleweight division to face Dricus Du Plessis. This highly anticipated bout is scheduled for July 18 and will headline UFC Oklahoma City. Usman's decision to move up in weight class has generated a lot of buzz, as he looks to challenge himself against a top contender in a new division. This fight is a clash of styles and a true test for Usman at 185 pounds.

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This story ran in the June 22, 2026 edition of the daily show.