Time has been ticking, and the suspense around Ilia Topuria’s next move has only grown louder. Ever since capturing UFC gold and then vacating the featherweight title to make a jump to lightweight, speculation has run wild regarding his next challenge. Fans have been left to guess, debate, and dig for clues. But it appears that the waiting game may finally end tonight. A respected Spanish media outlet has hinted that a major reveal is on the way—possibly giving us the first real look at what’s next for the undefeated former featherweight champion.
According to El Hormiguero, as shared by Red Corner MMA, tonight’s episode could be a game-changer. In a post captioned, ‘As reported by the Spanish media outlet @El_Hormiguero, Ilia Topuria is set to reveal his next opponent later tonight. Tonight, we’re joined by UFC champion Ilia Topuria, who will share all the details about his upcoming fight scheduled for June 28th in Las Vegas,’ fans were put on high alert. With the date and location seemingly confirmed, all that’s left is the name—and that’s what everyone is tuning in for.
In recent weeks, speculation has centered around a lightweight debut against one of the division’s elite. Arman Tsarukyan has emerged as a top contender, while Charles Oliveira’s name continues to be linked as a possible high-profile matchup. Meanwhile, Islam Makhachev remains the reigning champion, and any bout involving Topuria could shake up the path to the title. With anticipation at a high, all eyes are on tonight’s reveal.
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