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Welterweight champion Islam Makhachev has expressed interest in a potential super fight against lightweight champion Ilia Topuria at the UFC White House event on June 14, 2026. Makhachev stated he is prepared for the matchup and waiting for the UFC to set new objectives for him. The fighter noted he will pause training during Ramadan before gradually initiating his training camp. Such a champion-versus-champion bout would be a historic occasion, though the UFC is also considering other options for Makhachev's next title defense, including a potential matchup with Ian Garry.
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