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Dana White Urged to Ditch Justin Gaethje and Book Ilia Topuria Super Fight Before Time Runs Out

The margin for error in the UFC lightweight division just shrank, even after a clear win. That tension sharpened Saturday night, when Justin Gaethje defeated

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Arman Tsarukyan’s $3.5M Taunt Turns Ilia Topuria Callout Into Must-See MMA Drama

In the UFC, many fighters come from humble backgrounds and build rags-to-riches stories. Arman Tsarukyan is different, as he comes from generational wealth and lives a luxury lifestyle, which has made him a target for criticism.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 28

Dan Hooker Says UFC Must Make Ilia Topuria vs. Arman Tsarukyan Now Or They’ll Risk Losing The Hype

The UFC has become so big and synonymous with MMA because it has always booked fights at the right time and on the right occasion. From Khabib Nurmagomedov vs.

MMA News / The Body Lock / January 27

Jorge Masvidal: Justin Gaethje Saved Paddy Pimblett From Getting ‘Torched’ by Ilia Topuria

Jorge Masvidal believes Justin Gaethje’s UFC 324 victory saved Paddy Pimblett from getting ‘torched’ by Ilia Topuria Gaethje defeated Pimblett by decision

MMA News / HITC / January 27

Paddy Pimblett ‘saved’ from Ilia Topuria matchup, says Jorge Masvidal

Jorge Masvidal has shared his view that it’s actually for the best Paddy Pimblett didn’t walk away from UFC 324 with the interim lightweight belt. Paddy Pimblett squared off against Justin Gaethje in the UFC 324 main event, with both men aiming to secure a future fight with Ilia Topuria for the undisputed lightweight championship.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 27

Ilia Topuria to Sell Asset Worth $3.5 Million Amid Divorce and UFC Hiatus, Suggests Report

Ilia Topuria has been away from the octagon since winning the UFC lightweight title in June 2025. The reason behind that is his personal life, which is going through a troublesome phase as he now faces a divorce and custody battle with his separated wife, Giorgina Uzcategui Badell.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 27

Georges St-Pierre Lays Out Ilia Topuria’s Path to UFC GOAT Status With Crucial Advice

Ilia Topuria didn’t fight at UFC 324, but his presence hovered over the event anyway. The lightweight division took center stage with Justin Gaethje’s brutal five-round win over Paddy Pimblett in the interim title fight, setting up what looks like an inevitable clash with the undisputed champion later this year.

MMA News / The Body Lock / January 26

Why Robert Whittaker Thinks Gaethje’s UFC 324 Performance Isn’t Enough for Topuria

Robert Whittaker says the Justin Gaethje who beat Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324 won’t defeat Ilia Topuria Whittaker praised Topuria’s striking as “leagues

Ilia Topuria News / MMA on SI / January 26

UFC Legend Believes UFC Champion Ilia Topuria is on Track to Become MMA's GOAT

UFC Hall of Famer Georges St-Pierre recently delivered some seriously high praise for undefeated UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria. Although Topuria

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 25

Ilia Topuria Twists the Knife After Paddy Pimblett’s UFC 324 Loss

In case there was any doubt, there’s still no love lost between Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett. The reigning UFC lightweight champion wasted little time

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 25

Dillon Danis joins Ilia Topuria in mocking Paddy Pimblett after UFC 324 defeat

Dillon Danis finally got one over on Paddy Pimblett last night as he watched his rival lose for the first time in the UFC. For years Danis and Pimblett have had disagreements on social media, with the former Bellator star and BJJ black belt referring to the Scouse star as a hype job.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 25

UFC 324: Justin Gaethje Sends Clear Message to Ilia Topuria After Defeating Paddy Pimblett

The UFC 324 main event delivered. Live from Las Vegas at T-Mobile Arena, Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett closed the show with a very good scrap that also marked a milestone moment for the promotion.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 25

UFC 324: Ilia Topuria Reacts Savagely to Paddy Pimblett Loss

The UFC 324 main event between Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje was a wild one, and it didn’t disappoint. Pimblett came in as roughly a 2.5-point favorite, but the fight never followed that 'this is going to be a one sided beatdown' script.

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MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 25

When Will Justin Gaethje Fight Ilia Topuria? UFC Lightweight Champion’s Return Timeline

And that’s a wrap. UFC 324 delivered a blockbuster main event as Justin Gaethje clashed with Paddy Pimblett in a fight that few saw coming. After weeks of speculation, the UFC stunned fans by announcing Gaethje vs.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 23

UFC 324 star tipped to surpass the likes of Ilia Topuria to become pound-for-pound #1 in under two years

One of the big names that is back in action this Saturday has had high expectations hanging over him for a long time. Paddy Pimblett addressed Ilia Topuria when speaking at the UFC 324 press conference ahead of an interim title fight that will decide the undefeated champion’s next opponent.

MMA News / HITC / January 23

Paddy Pimblett calls out Ilia Topuria as UFC 324 stakes rise

The opening title fight of 2026 is expected to lay the groundwork for an even bigger event later in the year. There has been some debate around Justin Gaethje’s matchup with Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight belt, scheduled for this Saturday night in Las Vegas.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 23

'He Can Wait': Paddy Pimblett Pushes Ilia Topuria Fight to Late Summer, Rules Out Early 2026 Return After UFC 324

Paddy Pimblett has once again found himself at the center of debate after setting a clear timeline for a potential showdown with Ilia Topuria. Speaking recently, the Liverpool native made it clear that fans should not expect to see him back in the Octagon anytime soon, despite growing calls for a high-profile matchup following UFC 324.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 18

Ilia Topuria Targets UFC 324 Winner for Return, Fires Shots at Makhachev and Tsarukyan

One of the UFC’s biggest stars may be on hiatus but not for long. UFC lightweight standout Ilia Topuria revealed Friday on X that he plans to return to the Octagon between April and June, and he already has his sights set on championship gold.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 18

Topuria Drops A Hint Over His Return

UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria has offered an encouraging timeline for his return. Topuria took a break from the UFC to deal with personal issues following his stoppage win over Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 in July 2025 to secure the vacant lightweight belt.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 17

UFC Champion Ilia Topuria provides first clear update on plans for UFC return fight

Ilia Topuria has finally shared an update regarding when fans can expect to see him return to the Octagon and defend his UFC title. A perfect 17-0 in his professional MMA career, Topuria joined the UFC in 2020 and won six-straight fights before he unseated UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski with a second-round knockout at UFC 298.

MMA News / HITC / January 11

Ilia Topuria snubbed as fighter who nearly beat him names his toughest UFC rival

Ilia Topuria’s toughest moment in the Octagon came against a name few would have expected. Dana White recently addressed the possibility of Topuria facing the winner of the UFC 324 main event for the interim lightweight title.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 3

Topuria Summoned By Court Of Violence Against Women

UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria will reportedly appear at the Court of Violence Against Women in Móstoles, Spain, on January 7. This follows a filing

MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 2

Ilia Topuria’s Legal Dispute Takes Another Turn

Ilia Topuria and Giorgina Uzcategui are now navigating a personal and legal dispute that has moved further into public view. The situation represents a significant personal development for the UFC champion, whose career rise has largely been defined by consistency and control.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 27

Ilia Topuria delays title defense, tells UFC to move on without him for now

Ilia Topuria won’t be back in the octagon anytime soon, and it’s not because of injuries, negotiations or matchmaking dram. It’s life outside the cage.