UFC, Islam Makhachev and Topuria

Chael Sonnen: Ilia Topuria won't get UFC champion Islam Makhachev without beating a top lightweight first
Topuria (16-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) vacated his featherweight title for a move up to 155 pounds. Makhachev previously stated that a fight with “another featherweight” in Topuria doesn’t interest him, and his manager Rizvan Magomedov wants to see “El Matador” in a title eliminator.
UFC Veteran Agrees with Islam Makhachev on Ilia Topuria: “He’s Got a Great Point”
A UFC veteran backs Islam Makhachev’s take on Ilia Topuria, agreeing with his assessment: “He’s got a great point.”
Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria: UFC Fight Odds
Makhachev is the bigger fighter and cut significant weight to make the 155-pound limit. Topuria will also cut weight to make 155, but he will have a much easier process. Size matters much more in the UFC than in boxing, as the sport’s wrestling component is massive.
UFC star Paddy Pimblett says Ilia Topuria's move to lightweight is a 'big mistake'
Ilia Topuria’s departure from the UFC featherweight division has been labeled a “big mistake” from one of the fighters who desperately wants to fight him in the
‘Stop trying to be Conor,’ Paddy Pimblett bashes Ilia Topuria’s lightweight move
Paddy Pimblett says Ilia Topuria is making a 'big mistake' following in Conor McGregor's footsteps. Both 7-0 in the UFC featherweight division, then-champ McGregor and Topuria have taken a similar path with their careers,
Din Thomas: 'Delusion' led to Ilia Topuria vacating UFC featherweight title
Din Thomas is still not convinced Ilia Topuria is something “special,” but says giving up his UFC belt is another sign he ...
Paddy Pimblett On Ilia Topuria's Lightweight Move: 'It's a Big Mistake'
British UFC lightweight star Paddy Pimblett thinks Ilia Topuria's jump up to lightweight will prove to be an ill-advised move ...
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Ilia Topuria was brought to tears during gruesome weight cut for first UFC title fight, new footage indicates
Having won the belt from the legendary Alexander Volkanovski and defended against another all-time great in Max Holloway, Topuria’s credentials at 145lb are unquestionable. And in newly-released ...
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Former Opponent Says Ilia Topuria Enters ‘GOAT Conversation’ With Win Over Islam Makhachev
Youssef Zalal opponent believes Ilia Topuria could enter GOAT discussions if he defeats Islam Makhachev in a potential UFC lightweight showdown.
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Dana White Explains Ilia Topuria’s Title Relinquishment, What’s Next for the Featherweight Star?
Dana White explains Ilia Topuria’s title relinquishment and how there's no guarantee that he will fight Islam Makhachev for ...
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Henry Cejudo believes Ilia Topuria should get Islam Makhachev title fight
Henry Cejudo believes Ilia Topuria should receive a UFC lightweight title shot against Islam Makhachev in his first fight at ...
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UFC icon says Ilia Topuria must beat one of two MMA superstars if he wants Islam Makhachev fight
Ilia Topuria is chasing down Islam Makhachev, with the hopes of defeating the Russian to claim the UFC lightweight title. However, not everyone believes the Spanish-Georgian ought to go straight into ...
Ilia Topuria doesn't deserve Islam Makhachev title fight says Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov suggests submission artist Charles Oliveira would be a fair fight for Ilia Topuria, favoring the ...
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Dustin Poirier wants to see Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria: ‘Doing it the right way’
Dustin Poirier believes Ilia Topuria should receive a crack at the UFC lightweight title right away.
‘The full package’ – Ilia Topuria predicted to surpass Alex Pereira and replicate Conor McGregor as next UFC star
Ilia Topuria can surpass Alex Pereira to follow in the footsteps of Conor McGregor and become the UFC’s next star. That’s according to talkSPORT MMA pundits Adam Catterall and Brendan Loughnane, ...