UFC Veteran Agrees with Islam Makhachev on Ilia 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.
Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria: UFC Fight Odds & Prediction
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.
“He is treated the same as Khabib” - Ex-UFC veteran delivers honest reality check on potential Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria matchup
Former UFC bantamweight king Dominick Cruz believes that Ilia Topuria might be able to give a tough challenge to Islam Makhachev inside the octagon. The 39-year-old recently did an interview with Helen Yee where he spoke about the potential clash and gave his opinion on it.
Islam Makhachev vs Ilia Topuria Fight In Doubt After Dana White's Update
Dana White won't confirm Topuria's title shot. Camps disagree on Topuria's readiness for title fight. Topuria seeks direct lightweight title bout without an eliminator fight. The UFC President Dana White recent comments regarding a potential lightweight title bout between reigning champion Islam Makhachev and former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria has created doubt about the fight coming to fruition next.
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.
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.”
Dana White gives puzzling update regarding potential Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria fight
UFC CEO Dana White seemed enthused when discussing Islam Makhachev's next fight following UFC Seattle Saturday night.
Islam Makhachev’s manager sounds off on possible Ilia Topuria bout: “We already gave chances to featherweight champ”
The manager of UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev seemingly doesn't want to see the Russian fight Ilia Topuria next.
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 a title fight in his new division. Instead, a UFC legend is insistent that he must first prove that he has the minerals to compete at 155 pounds.
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 featherweight champ in his lightweight debut. "If you move up and he beat somebody like Charles, of course [title shot]. I think Ilia can beat [Oliveira]," Nurmagomedov said.
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