Featherweight champion Ilia Topuria has made a bold statement regarding a potential superfight with lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, claiming he is ready to "shock the world" by submitting the Dagestani champion. Topuria's confidence in his grappling abilities represents a significant claim, as Makhachev is widely considered one of the best grapplers in MMA. The Spanish-Georgian fighter appears to be positioning himself for a potential move up in weight to challenge for the lightweight title. While no official bout has been announced, Topuria's comments suggest he believes he can compete with Makhachev in all areas of MMA, including on the ground.
