Ilia Topuria on Islam Makhachev's Future
Ilia Topuria shared his thoughts on Islam Makhachev's future if he loses his upcoming welterweight title shot.
If Islam loses, he goes back to Dagestan to farm and continue shepherding his sheep.
Ilia Topuria stated that if Makhachev wins, he will move up to chase him. Topuria is confident in his abilities, having achieved everything he said he would in his career.
- Ilia Topuria will move up in weight division to fight Islam Makhachev if he wins.
- Topuria is considered a smaller man for the lightweight division, but his confidence is unwavering.
Author's summary: Ilia Topuria predicts Makhachev's loss will lead to his return to Dagestan.