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.
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 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.
UFC Veteran Agrees with Islam Makhachev on Ilia Topuria: “He’s Got a Great Point”
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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.
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 155 pounds.
UFC Legend warns Islam Makhachev against taking one big-name lightweight title defence
Islam Makhachev has been told to steer clear of a UFC superstar who’s desperate to get his hands on the lightweight championship. In his career, the Russian has cemented his status as the pound-for-pound number one, utilizing his formidable grappling skills to destroy his opponents.
Dan Hooker dismisses Ilia Topuria while making bold claim on Islam Makhachev’s next opponent being decided at UFC 315
Ilia Topuria's back-to-back knockout wins over arguably the two best featherweights of all time, Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway, are not enough for an immediate lightweight title shot, according to Rizvan Magomedov.
MMA fans react to Islam Makhachev’s cryptic message regarding possible Ilia Topuria fight
MMA fans have given their thoughts on Islam Makhachev's cryptic message regarding a possible Ilia Topuria fight.
Paddy Pimblett picks hole in Ilia Topuria’s move to UFC lightweight division
Paddy Pimblett has said Ilia Topuria has not “cemented his legacy” at featherweight, despite the former champion’s claim amid a planned move to lightweight. Last week, it was announced that Topuria would vacate the UFC’s 145lb title and move to 155lb,
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