Chael Sonnen believes Makhachev gains more by fighting Topuria at welterweight than by reclaiming a belt he already held for years. Topuria, meanwhile, has used his recent momentum to needle the Dagestani fighter publicly and build pressure around a potential superfight.

Mendez agrees with Makhachev on former five-time defending UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman (21-4 MMA, 16-3 UFC) being the ideal first title defense.

Paddy Pimblett promises to destroy Ilia Topuria, claiming he’ll humble the UFC featherweight champion and bring him back to reality.

Dana White is waiting until the conclusion of UFC 322 to decide on Ilia Topuria’s next fight. That’s according to Ali Abdelaziz, the manager of Islam Makhachev, who faces Jack Della

Paddy Pimblett claims Ilia Topuria has been presented a bout agreement to defend his UFC lightweight title, but is dragging his feet.

Ilia Topuria is at his wits' end with boxers continuing to 'put down' MMA fighters without stepping into the cage. 'El Matador' has been on a run lately, chasing a super fight with Terence Crawford, and as a result, the boxing world was quick to stomp out ...

Paddy Pimblett has been ‘told a possible date’ for his UFC return as rumours of fight with Ilia Topuria continue. UFC star Paddy Pimblett has made his stance very clear on wanting to

Michael Chandler had high praise for UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria. Topuria (17-0 MMA, 9-0 UFC) awaits his first title defense, which could come against either Justin Gaethje, Paddy Pimblett, or the winner of the UFC Fight Night 265 headliner between Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker in Qatar.

Giorgina Topuria’s latest online move adds a new layer to the ongoing conversation surrounding the UFC champion’s personal life. Just when it seemed things might quiet down, Giorgina Topuria’s latest move has once again placed her relationship with ...