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Ilia Topuria Ignites UFC Rematch with Justin Gaethje After Accusing Him of Illegal Handwraps

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Justin Gaethje has dismissed Ilia Topuria’s recent remarks regarding the use of illegal hand wraps during their June encounter as a “lamentable excuse,” reigniting a war of words between the two Ultimate Fighting Championship stars as the division looks toward a potential rematch. Social Media Back-and-Forth Ignites Rematch Narratives The rivalry between the reigning lightweight … Read more

Nate Diaz Blasts “Overrated” Ilia Topuria After Justin Gaethje Loss: “He’s a Punching Bag

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Months after losing his undefeated record and lightweight title at the UFC event on the South Lawn of the White House, Ilia Topuria remains the target of sharp criticism from veteran fighter Nate Diaz, who recently dismissed the Spanish-Georgian star as an overhyped “punching bag.” Nate Diaz Fires New Shots at Ilia Topuria Speaking at … Read more

Josh Hokit Slams Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira: “They Don’t Deserve a Title Shot

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UFC fighter Josh Hokit has publicly asserted that former champions Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira do not deserve immediate title shots in their respective returns to the octagon, arguing instead that both must earn their way back through preliminary bouts, according to reports across multiple sports outlets. Josh Hokit Criticizes Topuria and Pereira Over Title … Read more

Paddy Pimblett Thanks Justin Gaethje at UFC 330 for Beating Ilia Topuria

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Paddy Pimblett took a moment during UFC 330 in Philadelphia to thank reigning lightweight champion Justin Gaethje for his decisive victory over Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250. According to video footage published on Pimblett’s official YouTube channel, the Liverpudlian lightweight approached Gaethje in the stands and offered blunt personal gratitude, telling the champion, “It … Read more

Ilia Topuria’s Manager Fires Back at Ali Abdelaziz: “He Would Annihilate 100% of Your Roster

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Abdelaziz Sparks Firestorm With Nurmagomedov-Topuria Claim The war of words between the camp of Ilia Topuria and Team Khabib intensified sharply after manager Malki Kawa fired back at Ali Abdelaziz over potential matchups in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. The verbal sparring erupted following remarks from Abdelaziz regarding an anticipated promotional jump for undefeated Professional Fighters … Read more

Ilia Topuria’s Evolution: Coach Reveals UFC Star’s New Strategy After Justin Gaethje Loss

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Ilia Topuria is slated to showcase a more versatile fighting style upon his return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) following the first defeat of his professional career against Justin Gaethje, according to his strength and conditioning coach, Jesús Gallo. The undefeated run for the former dual-division champion ended in a high-profile bout, but his … Read more