MMA

UFC Champion Topuria explains why he prefers not to fight Makhachev on the streets

Kate Burt
Kate Burt

UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria recently commented on the prospect of facing Russian lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. 

«A fight with Makhachev? He's an excellent fighter, but sometimes he talks a bit too much. We can settle it in the octagon, but not on the streets, because in that case, I'd end up footing his medical bills,» Topuria remarked on social media.

Topuria is set to face American Max Holloway in his next bout at UFC 308, which will take place on October 26 in Abu Dhabi.