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.
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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 & 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.
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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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