Topuria says he won't be stripped at featherweight if he moves up to face Islam

Ilia Topuria revealed that he expressed disappointment with Paddy Pimblett's performance against Renato Moicano, stating he knew Pimblett was a poor fighter but didn't realize the extent. More significantly, Topuria disclosed that if he moves up to welterweight to fight Islam Makhachev, he will not be stripped of his featherweight title because he plans to continue defending the 145-pound belt. Meanwhile, Jiri Prochazka discussed his recent loss, claiming he was operating at only 40-50 percent capacity after his injury and was in sparring mode waiting for the referee to stop the fight. Magomed Ankalaev also called out Khalil Rountree, offering him a striking masterclass. The UFC announced several new matchups including Cory Sandhagen facing Kyler Phillips instead of Sean O'Malley.