Ilia Topuria is expected to lock horns with Alexander Vokanovski for a rematch. While the match hasn’t been confirmed yet, the speculations have already started to run wild. Fans and critics are weighing in with which way the bout might turn out. And while there are rumors about Volkanovski possibly reclaiming his title, the UFC featherweight champion thinks otherwise.
In a recent interaction with ‘MainEventTV’, Topuria explored the possibilities of a rematch. And he claimed that the outcome will be the same as before. It will be the Spaniard whose hands will be raised. Oozing significant confidence, Topuria also went on to make a bold claim.
“I know what’s gonna happen. Maybe next time, instead of knocking him out I will submit him… to have different types of clips,” said Topuria.
Ilia Topuria says the rematch with Alexander Volkanovski will be the same as the first fight:
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) February 5, 2025
“I know what’s gonna happen. Maybe next time, instead of knocking him out I will submit him… to have different types of clips.” 😭
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As a matter of fact, Alexander Volkanovski will have to put up an excellent display to dethrone Topuria. Afterall, the Spaniard outboxed Max Holloway and knocked him out. That is a feat which is unmatched by many. Meanwhile, with the ‘Volk’ fight on the horizon, there are also rumors about a potential lightweight move from Ilia Topuria.
Ilia Topuria Wants Islam Makhachev Next
Beating the likes of Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway back to back, Topuria has stamped his authority in the featherweight division. Now, the Spanish champion wants to take things up by a notch. ‘El Matador’ now wants to come for the lightweight title. And he has already issued a chilling warning to Islam Makhachev.
“Islam, if I want to, I can finish you.if I want to, I can knock you out. I’ll make it look easy. Se you soon,” wrote Topuria on X.
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Islam, if I want to, I can finish you.if I want to, I can knock you out. I'll make it look easy. Se you soon 😉
— Ilia Topuria (@Topuriailia) January 19, 2025
Now, this can be a superfight on the offering. With both Makhachev and Topuria ready to lock horns, it remains to be seen whether Dana White makes the fight official. Till then, the entire UFC realm will have to wait and watch.
