Ilia Topuria stated 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. Topuria expressed disappointment in Paddy Pimblett's recent performance against Justin Gaethje. He also commented on Jiri Prochazka's continued mental struggles after his loss, noting he was unable to move past the defeat. Magomed Ankalaev issued a callout to Khalil Rountree via his manager Abdelaziz, proposing a striking-focused contest.
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