Ilia Topuria criticizes Arman Tsarukyan and says he won't be stripped at 155

Ilia Topuria has stated that if he moves up to welterweight to fight Islam Makhachev, he will not be stripped of his lightweight title because he plans to continue defending the 155-pound belt. Topuria also expressed his disappointment with Paddy Pimblett's performance against Justin Gaethje, saying he knew Pimblett was a poor fighter but didn't realize how bad. Meanwhile, Magomed Ankalaev challenged Khalil Rountree, saying he wants to give him a 25-minute striking masterclass if Rountree can last that long, referencing Rountree's wrestling training with Khamzat Chimaev. Jiri Prochazka revealed he can't let go of his recent loss even after the birth of his child, claiming he was at 40-50% power after an injury and was fighting in sparring mode, waiting for the referee to stop the fight.