Topuria criticizes Pimblett performance, confirms dual title defense 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 bad. Topuria also revealed that if he moves up to welterweight to fight Islam Makhachev, he will not be stripped of his lightweight title because he plans to continue defending the 155-pound belt. Jiri Prochazka discussed his title loss, saying he was at 40-50 percent capacity after his injury and was essentially in sparring mode, waiting for the referee to stop the fight. Magomed Ankalaev, through manager Ali Abdelaziz, called out Khalil Rountree, offering a striking masterclass. UFC announced several new matchups including Sean O'Malley versus Mario Bautista, complicating Cory Sandhagen's path.