Islam Makhachev praises Michael Morales’ power at welterweight while dismissing Ilia Topuria as no threat at 170 pounds.
Islam Makhachev sees tougher challenges at welterweight than Ilia Topuria.
Even though it seemed like an ideal fit for the UFC White House event, Islam Makhachev has played down the possibility of that match-up. Ilia Topuria’s move up to lightweight after capturing the ...
During a recent interview with Ushatayka, Makhachev downplayed the threat of Topuria coming up to his weight class, claiming the likes of Michael Morales will be scarier challenges to face on the feet ...
If Islam Makhachev does fight on the UFC White House card, the UFC welterweight champion doesn't think he'll be fighting Ilia Topuria.
The reigning welterweight champion is not convinced that Ilia Topuria’s power will carry over into the higher weight class.
Despite it seemingly like a perfect main event to headline the UFC White House event, Islam Makhachev has poured cold water ...
Makhachev vs. Topuria is one of the best fights UFC could make ...
Ilia Topuria sends a bold warning to Islam Makhachev, promising a knockout if they meet in the Octagon and claiming he’s unlike any opponent.
Welterweight champion Islam Makhachev has played down the threat of Ilia Topuria moving up in weight to challenge him. Topuria recently became lightweight champion after knocking out Charles Oliveira ...
Michael Bisping believes that the right fight to make at the upcoming UFC White House card is Ilia Topuria vs Islam Makhachev.
Many in the MMA world already view Ilia Topuria as one of the greatest talents to have ever graced the UFC octagon.