UFC commentator explains why Topuria is the favorite to be chosen as Makhachev's next opponent

Ilia Topuria e Islam makhachev are UFC champions. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS Montage

Keeping an eye on the turbulent scenario in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg), Michael Bisping went ahead and gave a guess as to who should be the current champion's next opponent Islam makhachev. Despite the various options that the category offers, the commentator believes that Ilia Topuria will be the one chosen by the leaders to seek the second title in his career at Ultimate

“Realistically, there are a ton of options for Ilia Topuria, but the reality is that Islam makhachev have to fight someone soon and Ilia Topuria Also. Justin gaethje wants to fight for the belt, but Justin gaethje really doesn't care at the moment. I think Justin gaethje is happy to earn the phenomenal amount of money he does and to be able to be himself,” Bisping said on his YouTube channel. YouTube.

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As he continued speaking, the commentator reinforced his conviction in the UFC's choice and placed his bets on Topuria as the next challenger for the lightweight title.

“So realistically, any of those guys I just mentioned, Islam, Armen (Tsarukyan), Charles (Oliveira), Justin, any of them, and it could be one of them, but it will probably be, if you ask me to bet, I think Islam makhachev x Ilia Topuria”He concluded.

I. Makhachev and D. White during a ceremonial face-off at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X

With nothing yet set in stone, Do Bronx, Gaethje, Topuria and Tsarukyan are making noise about getting their dream opportunity to fight for the belt next. In his latest statement, the Spanish-Georgian said that a big announcement about his career will soon be made.