Tension between UFC champions Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria is escalating. Makhachev claimed that Topuria is struggling with weight loss and is too fat for the featherweight division. He suggested that Topuria should move up to 155 pounds, while Topuria responded strongly to these remarks.
Topuria expressed his eagerness to fight Makhachev, stating that the matchup would be very competitive. This exciting rivalry between the two champions is being closely followed by UFC fans.
Makhachev: “Topuria is struggling with weight loss and has gained fat due to a good lifestyle. If he succeeds, he might move up to the next weight class.”
Topuria: “I want to fight Makhachev. This fight is going to be very exciting, and I’m definitely going to kick his ass!”