Javier Mendez, head coach at American Kickboxing Academy, commented on a potential bout between Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria. Mendez stated that the UFC is in control of whether the fight happens, as both fighters have expressed their desire to compete against each other. He described the potential matchup as the most important fight of the year if it comes to fruition. Mendez emphasized that while both fighters want the bout, the ultimate decision rests with the UFC to make it happen.
