Ilia Topuria criticizes Paddy Pimblett, confirms lightweight title plans

Ilia Topuria stated he was disappointed by Paddy Pimblett's performance against Justin Gaethje, saying he knew Pimblett was a poor fighter but didn't realize how bad. Topuria also revealed 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 155-pound belt. Additionally, the post includes comments from Magomed Ankalaev challenging Khalil Rountree, and mentions UFC announcements including Cory Sandhagen facing Mario Bautista instead of Sean O'Malley.