Topuria disappointed in Pimblett's performance, plans to keep featherweight belt

Ilia Topuria expressed disappointment in how Paddy Pimblett fought against Justin Gaethje, stating he knew Pimblett was a poor fighter but didn't realize how bad. Topuria also revealed that if he moves to welterweight to fight Islam Makhachev, he will not be stripped of his featherweight title because he plans to continue defending the lightweight belt. Jiri Prochazka said he can't let go of his recent loss even after his child's birth, claiming he was at 40-50 percent power after his injury and was in sparring mode waiting for the referee to stop the fight. Magomed Ankalaev, through manager Ali Abdelaziz, called out Khalil Rountree, saying he wants to give him a 25-minute striking masterclass if Rountree can last that long. The UFC announced several fights exciting to hardcore fans and paired Cory Sandhagen with Mario Bautista instead of Sean O'Malley.