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Javier Mendez Backs Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria Showdown At Possible White House Card

Coach Mendez brushed off Topuria’s “boring” comments about Makhachev, predicting the champions will meet. “We’re gonna meet, whether it’s White House or another time,” he said, doubting Islam drops from welterweight (170 lbs), where he is champion, while Topuria holds the lightweight (155 lbs) belt. Makhachev previously stated he’s interested in facing Topuria at the White House event in 2026.