Ilia Topuria sets his sights on Islam Makhachev, while Volkanovski awaits his rematch opportunity.
UFC superstar Ilia Topuria has his sights set on a move up to lightweight and a potential superfight with Islam Makhachev , expressing a desire to become a 'champ champ'. While he acknowledges that Alexander Volkanovski deserves another shot at his featherweight title if he stays at 145 pounds, Topuria believes a clash with the lightweight king would be a more appealing challenge.
Topuria, who recently took the featherweight belt from Volkanovski via a brutal knockout at UFC 298, stated that he's ready to face Makhachev, considering himself the best fighter in the world. He expressed confidence in his ability to defeat the reigning lightweight champion and become a two-division king. Topuria's preference for a move up in weight class stems from his ambition to achieve unprecedented success in the UFC. However, Topuria's decision will ultimately depend on the UFC's plans, as he recognizes the organization's influence in shaping his career path. He remains open to defending his featherweight title if the UFC desires, but his heart seems set on conquering the lightweight division. Volkanovski, on the other hand, is unfazed by Topuria's ambition and confident in his ability to reclaim his championship. He welcomes the opportunity to face Topuria again, regardless of the weight class, and believes a rematch would only elevate the significance of their rivalry.Adding another layer of intrigue to the situation, both Topuria and Volkanovski will be cornering fighters in the upcoming UFC 312 event. Topuria will be supporting his brother Aleks, who is making his UFC debut against Australian bantamweight Colby Thicknesse, while Volkanovski will be cornering Thicknesse, his long-time sparring partner and fellow Octagon debutant. This unique scenario adds a personal dimension to the event, creating a captivating narrative that extends beyond the main card bout
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