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Ilia Topuria in face with Paddy Pimblett No. UFC 317. Photo: Reproduction/UFC
Away from the octagon while preparing for a court battle with his ex-wife, Ilia Topuria It does not fail to analyze the current state of the lightweight category (up to 70,3 kg). With a dispute for the interim title between Justin gaethje e Paddy Pimblett Looking ahead, the reigning champion believes that a duel with the Briton seems like the natural path to follow after his return, leaving the American aside.
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According to the Georgian/Spanish fighter, Gaethje would hardly be able to interfere with the UFC's plans to capitalize on the existing rivalry between him and Pimblett, so even a victory for the American might not be enough to guarantee a fight for the undisputed title.
"I know Justin gaethje to win, the UFC has different plans that I can't talk about at this time. I don't know how capable he will be of ruining the UFC's and Paddy's plans,” El Matador said in an interview with Spanish journalist Carlos Legaspi last Sunday (14).
Ilia Topuria reveals the UFC has different plans for Justin gaethje If he wins against Paddy.
“If Justin gaethje wins, the UFC has different plans that I can't talk about at this moment. I don't know how capable he will be of ruining the plans of the UFC and Paddy.”
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Paddy Pimblett and Ilia Topuria are rivals
Paddy Pimblett e Ilia Topuria discussed at the press conference UFC 282 (Photo: Playback/YouTube)
Two representatives of the new generation and popular in the European market, Paddy Pimblett e Ilia Topuria They had problems even when they were young, up-and-coming talents. The two had an intense argument at the press conference. UFC 282in 2022. Since then, the two have exchanged taunts on numerous occasions, in addition to facing off in the center of the octagon after El Matador knocked out his opponent. Charles of the Bronx in the first round.
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