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

Ilia Topuria has stated that he believes he would retain his featherweight title if he moved up to welterweight to face Islam Makhachev. Topuria explained that after such a fight at welterweight, he would return to the lightweight division. The comment suggests Topuria is open to exploring fights outside his current weight class while maintaining his championship status. No official plans for a Makhachev bout have been announced. Topuria's remarks indicate his confidence in competing across multiple divisions.