Georgian mixed martial arts fighter and UFC lightweight champion Ilya Topuria addressed a question regarding his recent statement about the possibility of competing in a promotion’s tournament at the White House. He expressed his desire to face Islam Makhachev there, provided Makhachev wins his match against Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322.
“I want to fight Islam Makhachev at the White House. This would be one of the biggest matches in UFC history. No one has ever contested for a third title. Islam has dominantly performed in the lightweight division, and now he has moved up. I believe this could be an exciting and monumental fight,” Topuria stated, as reported by MMA Pros Pick on social media, referencing his conversation with journalist Georgy Kokiashvili.
