Ilia Topuria says he began preparing for Paddy Pimblett after UFC 324

Ilia Topuria stated that he was confident in Paddy Pimblett's victory at UFC 324 and began preparing for a potential bout with him in advance. Topuria's comments suggest he anticipated Pimblett's win and sees him as a potential future opponent. The post does not specify whether this fight is officially scheduled or remains speculative. Topuria appears to be positioning himself for high-profile matchups in the lightweight or featherweight divisions.