Ilia Topuria, the undefeated UFC phenom and newly crowned double champion, made headlines again — this time outside the octagon. Following his spectacular knockout win over Charles Oliveira, Topuria has now turned his attention to none other than the controversial British fighter Paddy Pimblett.

During a post-fight interview, Topuria didn’t hold back when asked about potential future opponents. “If Paddy Pimblett really wants to prove he belongs at the top, I’m right here. No more excuses,” he said. “Let’s make it happen.”

This isn’t the first time tensions have flared between the two. The rivalry began in 2022 when they had a heated altercation backstage at UFC London. Words were exchanged, things got physical, and since then, fans have been eagerly waiting for this matchup to materialize.

Topuria, now holding two UFC titles and an undefeated record, made it clear he’s not just chasing belts — he’s looking to settle scores. “He’s been running his mouth for too long. It’s time to see if he can back it up in the cage.”

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Pimblett, known for his flamboyant personality and loyal UK fanbase, has so far not responded publicly. However, the pressure is mounting. With Topuria calling him out on a global stage, the MMA world is buzzing with speculation: Will Paddy accept the challenge?

Whether it’s a title eliminator or a grudge match, one thing is certain — Ilia Topuria vs. Paddy Pimblett would be one of the most explosive showdowns in recent UFC history.