Topuria criticizes Pimblett's performance; Prochazka blames injury for loss

Ilia Topuria expressed disappointment in Paddy Pimblett's fight against Gaethje, stating he knew Pimblett was weak as a fighter but did not realize the extent. Topuria also confirmed that if he moves up to welterweight to fight Islam Makhachev, he will not be stripped of his lightweight title, as he plans to continue defending the 145-pound belt. Meanwhile, Jiri Prochazka revealed he cannot let go of his recent loss even after the birth of his child. He claims that after his injury, he was only at 40-50% of his power and was fighting in a sparring mode, waiting for the referee to intervene and stop the bout. Additionally, Magomed Ankalaev challenged Khalil Rountree to a striking masterclass, suggesting Rountree does not need to train wrestling with Chimaev.