Ilia Topuria open to potential fight with Conor McGregor

Ilia Topuria has stated he would not close the door on a potential matchup with Conor McGregor, despite acknowledging they are not currently at the same competitive level. The featherweight champion noted that McGregor remains popular and relevant in public discourse. Topuria's comments suggest he recognizes the commercial appeal of such a fight, even if the sporting merits might be questioned. The statement has sparked debate among fans about whether such a bout would make competitive sense.