Ilia Vs. Islam? ‘UFC Doesn’t Want To Make It Happen’
Ilia Topuria is set to defend his UFC Lightweight title against Justin Gaethje next month. There has been speculation about a potential fight between Topuria and Islam Makhachev, but Topuria now believes the UFC is not interested in making that matchup happen. Despite this, Topuria does not view the fight as essential for his career.
- ▪Ilia Topuria will defend his title against Justin Gaethje at the UFC White House card next month.
- ▪Topuria previously accused Makhachev of avoiding a fight, but now blames the UFC for not making it happen.
- ▪The UFC has been reluctant to arrange super fights between champions, which may explain their stance on this matchup.
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