Topuria says he'd keep featherweight title if moving up to fight Makhachev

Ilia Topuria stated that he believes he would retain his lightweight title if he moves up to welterweight to face Islam Makhachev. Topuria explained that after such a fight at welterweight, he would return to the lightweight division. This suggests Topuria is considering a move up in weight class for a potential superfight with Makhachev while maintaining his standing in his current division. The statement indicates Topuria's confidence in being able to compete at multiple weight classes. No specific timeline or official plans for such a bout were mentioned in the post.