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Welterweight champ Islam Makhachev confirmed openness to facing lightweight titleholder Ilia Topuria next, potentially headlining UFC White House on June 14 after Ramadan ends March 19. Makhachev, who vacated lightweight to win welterweight vs. Jack Della Maddalena in November, awaits UFC's directive amid many contenders. Topuria, a two-division conqueror, eyes historic three-belt run at 170. 'I like this idea... I'm ready,' Makhachev told Telegraf, positioning for Dana White's mega-card with 6-7 fights. This pound-for-pound clash matters for super-fights over standard defenses. Fighters expect clarity soon as Makhachev preps training camp.
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