Topuria (16-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) initially called Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) a hypocrite and accused him of running away when ...

Ilia Topuria has said that he doesn't believe Islam Makhachev is ducking him by moving up to the welterweight division.

Ilia Topuria surprises fans by backing Islam Makhachev’s decision to switch weight classes, calling it a smart career move.

Despite their fierce rivalry, Ilia Topuria’s surprising hint of respect towards Islam Makhachev caught many MMA fans ...