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Islam Makhachev Says Ilia Topuria’s Fame “Not Even Close” to Conor McGregor’s

Makhachev dismissed comparisons between current champion Topuria and McGregor, saying their levels of global attention are far apart. “I don’t think it’s even close,” he said. Still, Makhachev acknowledged Topuria’s rising popularity, calling him “one of the biggest right now.” When comparing his rivalry with Topuria, he said the Khabib–Conor feud was a once-in-a-lifetime saga that will never be repeated.