Topuria says he began preparing for Pimblett after UFC 324 win

Ilia Topuria has stated that he was confident Paddy Pimblett would win at UFC 324 and began preparing for a potential fight against him in advance. Topuria's comments suggest he had already started strategizing for a matchup with Pimblett before the Englishman's most recent victory was confirmed. The post indicates that fans are interested in seeing this potential bout, though some believe a fight with Justin Gaethje would be more compelling. Topuria's statement reflects his forward-thinking approach to opponent preparation and his confidence in predicting fight outcomes. No official announcement about a Topuria vs. Pimblett bout has been made.