14 days ago

Islam Makhachev Ready to Fight Ilia Topuria at White House Event

Makhachev welcomed a Topuria matchup for the South Lawn card (JUNE 14), saying, “Topuria? I like this idea, if UFC wants…I’m ready.” The welterweight champion has floated big-fight options as Topuria settles into lightweight gold after replacing him atop the division. With Topuria returning from personal-life turbulence and openly chasing this pairing, the potential super-fight now sits with UFC matchmakers.