Sean O'Malley challenges Ilia Topuria but is ignored by the featherweight champion

I. Topuria was challenged by S. O'Malley (Photo: Montage/SUPER FIGHTS)

Even with just one defense of the bantamweight belt (under 61,2kg), Sean O'Malley has already made clear his desire to win the double championship. Still in the octagon after winning Marlon Vera No. UFC 299, 'Suga' challenged the featherweight king (up to 65,7kg) Ilia Topuria but the Spaniard didn't seem very interested in the confrontation.

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“Dana, give me a plane to Spain. I'm going after Ilia Topuria. If he doesn't want it, f*ck it, I want him. Ilia is a good fight for everyone and the idea of ​​moving up in weight pleases me. If you want me to spank Merab Dvalishvili, ok, but Ilia is a better fight for everyone,” said O’Malley.

On his Twitter, the featherweight champion responded quickly but didn't seem very interested in a possible confrontation.

“Suga, Congratulations! It was a beautiful performance! There is a fight chasing you with Merab. Do that first,” replied Topuria.

Last Saturday night (09), Sean O'Malley dominated the Ecuadorian Marlon Vera and beat his rival in a unanimous decision by the judges. With the result, 'Suga' returns the defeat suffered in August 2020 and remains king of the bantamweight division.

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