about 6 hours ago

Ilia Topuria Unlikely to Defend Lightweight Title at UFC 322

Rumors of Topuria defending his lightweight crown against #5-ranked Justin Gaethje at UFC 322 have been shut down. Spanish reporter Alvaro Colmenero said, “As far as I know, the answer is NO… I hope Topuria [returns] in January/February.” The champ last fought at UFC 317, knocking out Oliveira, while contenders Pimblett and Tsarukyan must wait for their title opportunities.