Topuria says he'll keep lightweight title after Makhachev welterweight fight

Ilia Topuria believes he can move up to welterweight to fight Islam Makhachev and still retain his lightweight championship. The featherweight champion stated that if he goes up to welterweight, everything will be different because he plans to return to the lightweight division after the bout. Topuria's comments suggest he's considering a move up in weight while maintaining his current title. The statement reflects his confidence in competing at a higher weight class. No specific timeline or official announcement has been made regarding this potential matchup.