Sonnen downplays the 'greatness' of Topuria vs. Makhachev and chooses the biggest fight to be offered to the Spaniard

Ilia Topuria want to face Islam makhachev in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Montage SUPER FIGHTS

First and second place in the UFC pound-for-pound rankings, respectively, Ilia Topuria e Islam makhachev generate great curiosity among fans when they talk about a potential future fight. With Dana White's approval already, the fighters are eagerly anticipating a championship clash if the Russian becomes the new welterweight (up to 77,1 kg) champion next.

Keeping an eye on the situation, Chael Sonnen He went against the grain and didn't hesitate to declare that the duel is overrated. In the veteran's view, the best fight to be made at the moment is Topuria vs. Paddy Pimblett, athletes who already have a history of rivalry since the past.

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"Islam vs. Ilia isn't this huge fight they're trying to sell. It might even be sometime soon. Right now, Ilia vs. Paddy has a much bigger impact. If you put a belt on Islam, then maybe we'd have a different conversation," Sonnen said. ESPN MMA.

Ilia Topuria in face with Paddy Pimblett No. UFC 317. Photo: Reproduction/UFC

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Current lightweight champion Topuria is eager to defend his belt for the first time. Although he doesn't have a confirmed opponent, he faces constant challenges from Arman Tsarukyan and Pimblett, who try to promote confrontation through provocations and interviews.

According to Dana, if Makhachev becomes welterweight champion, Topuria will be scheduled to face him shortly thereafter. It's worth noting that the Georgian-Spanish fighter would be competing to become the first UFC fighter to win three titles in different weight classes.