Topuria criticizes Pimblett performance, says he won't be stripped moving to 170

Ilia Topuria expressed disappointment with Paddy Pimblett's performance against Renato Moicano, stating he knew Pimblett was a poor fighter but didn't realize the extent. Topuria revealed that if he moves up to welterweight to fight Islam Makhachev, he will not be stripped of his featherweight title as he plans to continue defending the 145-pound belt. Jiri Prochazka continues dwelling on his recent loss, stating he was at 40-50 percent strength after injury and fought in sparring mode while waiting for referee intervention. Magomed Ankalaev, through manager Ali Abdelaziz, called out Khalil Rountree, offering a 25-minute striking masterclass.