Ilia Topuria says he would retain featherweight title after welterweight bout with Islam

Ilia Topuria has stated his belief that he would keep his featherweight championship even if he moves up to welterweight to fight Islam Makhachev. The Georgian champion explained that if he were to compete at welterweight, everything would be different because he would return to the lightweight division afterward. Topuria's comments suggest confidence in his ability to manage weight classes while maintaining his title. The statement adds to ongoing speculation about potential superfights involving the featherweight champion. No official bout with Makhachev has been announced.