“He’s Going to Be a Lot Stronger” – Team Alexander Volkanovski Spells Trouble for Islam Makhachev as Ilia Topuria Vacates Title for Lightweight Move

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“He’s Going to Be a Lot Stronger” – Team Alexander Volkanovski Spells Trouble for Islam Makhachev as Ilia Topuria Vacates Title for Lightweight Move

“Topuria has felt like he’s done all he can in that division, and he feels like he’s cemented his legacy, and his body cannot make the weight anymore.” Dana White announced in his signature style on Instagram earlier today. And just like that, Ilia Topuria is out, leaving the featherweights behind to chase new glory (or disaster) at lightweight. There’s no questioning the Spanish-Georgian’s power. His concussive knockouts over Alexander Volkanov…