Javier Mendez says Makhachev vs Topuria depends on UFC making the fight

Javier Mendez commented on the potential matchup between Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria. He stated that the UFC is in control of whether this fight happens. Both fighters have publicly expressed their desire to compete against each other. Mendez believes this would be the most important fight of the year if the promotion decides to book it. The decision now rests entirely with UFC management.