Ilia Topuria criticizes Paddy Pimblett's performance, vows to keep featherweight title

Ilia Topuria expressed disappointment with Paddy Pimblett's performance against Sean Gache, stating he knew Pimblett was a poor fighter but didn't realize the extent. Topuria also addressed a potential move to welterweight to face Islam Makhachev, clarifying that he would not be stripped of his featherweight title as he plans to continue defending the 145-pound belt. Jiri Prochazka admitted he's still haunted by his recent loss despite becoming a father, claiming he was at 40-50% capacity after an injury and fought in sparring mode while hoping the referee would intervene. Magomed Ankalaev responded to Khalil Rountree's wrestling training with Khamzat Chimaev, offering a 25-minute striking masterclass instead.