Javier Mendez says Makhachev vs Topuria is the biggest fight of the year

Coach Javier Mendez commented on the potential matchup between Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria. He stated that the UFC is in control of whether the fight happens. Both fighters have publicly expressed their desire to face each other. Mendez believes this would be the most important fight of the year if the promotion decides to make it. The bout remains dependent on UFC matchmaking despite mutual interest from both camps.