Topuria comments on Pimblett performance, confirms dual-title plans

Ilia Topuria expressed disappointment with Paddy Pimblett's performance against Renato Moicano, stating he knew Pimblett was a poor fighter but didn't realize how much. Topuria also revealed his plans regarding weight classes, confirming 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. Jiri Prochazka discussed his loss to Alex Pereira, claiming he was operating at 40-50% capacity after his injury and was in sparring mode, waiting for the referee to intervene. Magomed Ankalaev, through his manager Abdelaziz, called out Khalil Rountree, suggesting a striking masterclass. The UFC announced several new matchups, including a challenging fight for Cory Sandhagen against Merab Dvalishvili instead of Sean O'Malley.