Topuria criticizes Pimblett's performance and confirms dual-weight title plans

Ilia Topuria expressed disappointment with Paddy Pimblett's recent fight against Gaethe, stating he knew Pimblett was a poor fighter but didn't realize how bad. Topuria also confirmed that if he moves up to welterweight to fight Islam Makhachev, he will retain his lightweight title as he plans to continue defending it. Meanwhile, Jiri Prochazka revealed he is still affected by his last loss even after the birth of his child, saying he was at 40-50% capacity after injury and fighting in sparring mode, waiting for the referee to stop the bout. Magomed Ankalaev, through manager Abdel Aziz, issued a callout to Khalil Rountree, dismissing his wrestling training with Khamzat Chimaev and promising a 25-minute striking masterclass.