Daily roundup: Topuria on Pimblett, Prochazka post-loss, Ankalaev challenges Rountree

A compilation of recent MMA news stories. Ilia Topuria expressed disappointment in Paddy Pimblett's performance against Gage, saying he knew Pimblett was a poor fighter but didn't realize how much. Topuria also stated he wouldn't be stripped of his featherweight title if he moves to welterweight to fight Islam Makhachev, as he plans to continue defending at lightweight. Jiri Prochazka can't let go of his loss even after his child's birth, claiming he was at 40-50% capacity after injury and fighting in sparring mode while waiting for the referee to stop it. Magomed Ankalaev, through manager Abdelaziz, challenged Khalil Rountree, saying Rountree's wrestling training with Chimaev is unnecessary as Ankalaev only wants a 25-minute striking masterclass. UFC announced multiple fights appealing to hardcore fans and once again complicated Cory Sandhagen's situation by matching him with Merab Dvalishvili instead of O'Malley.