Topuria criticizes Pimblett's performance, reveals plans to defend lightweight title

Ilia Topuria expressed disappointment in Paddy Pimblett's performance against Gaethje, stating he knew Pimblett was limited but didn't realize how much. Topuria also revealed that if he moves up to welterweight to face Islam Makhachev, he will not be stripped of his lightweight title, as he plans to continue defending the 145-pound championship. Jiří Procházka remains haunted by his recent loss despite the birth of his child, claiming he was at 40-50% capacity due to injury and was fighting in sparring mode, waiting for the referee to stop the bout. Meanwhile, Magomed Ankalaev (through Abdelaziz) called out Khalil Rountree, offering a 25-minute striking masterclass.