Media Topuria says he's down to fight Makachev and asks Usman Nurmagomedov if he's still on steroids

[AldoStillGoat]

Ilia Topuria says he'd be down to fight Islam Makhachev: "[Islam] is a great fighter. Sometimes he talks too much... but we can always resolve it in the octagon.Not in the streets because I'll have to pay for his medical bills."



Ilia Topuria said on an IG live yesterday that he'd be down to fight Islam Makhachev in the octagon, not in the streets because he'd have to pay for his medical bills. Usman Nurmagomedov's response:" Just tell me [Ilia], when did you ever fight on the street, European?"



Ilia Topuria responds to Usman Nurmagomedov: “How are you doing with drugs? Are you still on steroids?”

 

[Söze Aldo]

Using European as a slur, bold strategy.

 

[fortheo]

These guys are all made for each other. It's a rivalry I can get behind if they stay relevant lol.

 

[The Siege]

Ilia is a better trash talker than Merab, so the back and forth will be more heated than what's currently going on with Umar and Merab.

Unfortunately, I don't see Ilia vs Islam ever happening. There is nothing for Islam to gain by fighting a FW with 0 defenses (currently) or 1 defense if he beats Max. He gained nothing by beating what many think is the FW GOAT. It's likely that Islam challenges for the 170 belt if he beats Arman.

Maybe if Ilia moves up to 155 later on and Usman gets signed, we can see them fight for the belt.

 

[tritestill]

When one fighter says another fighter is ok something, I tend to think it holds weight...these people know people. My cousin told me Anderson Silva was on PED's before he hurt his leg, said he met a guy who connected fighters with Dr's. You never know when people are telling the truth of lying, it fighters don't throw that steroid word directly at someone, unless they know.

 

[Luthien]

Maybe he should focus on Max who is going to destroy him

 

[AldoStillGoat]

When one fighter says another fighter is ok something, I tend to think it holds weight...these people know people. My cousin told me Anderson Silva was on PED's before he hurt his leg, said he met a guy who connected fighters with Dr's. You never know when people are telling the truth of lying, it fighters don't throw that steroid word directly at someone, unless they know.

Yup it’s true. In a lot of cases, it’s obvious.

 

[tritestill]

Yup it’s true. In a lot of cases, it’s obvious.

Why you yellow card?

 

[AldoStillGoat]

Why you yellow card?

I’m abrasive they say … also sometimes people make underhanded comments and I start obviously talking shit lol

 

[FlyingDeathKick]

Maybe he should focus on Max who is going to destroy him

The dude has been talking like he's the GOAT since before he even won the belt lol. Aside from Volk who may have not been the same anymore, his best win is Emmett.

 

[Pechan]

Do they believe only Russia have street fights? I still remember Khabib going nuts over Tony saying he has never been on a street fight.

 

[Khaosan]

Budget McGregor is about to get dummied by Max, let the little guy talk while he can.

 

[FlyingDeathKick]

I’m abrasive they say … also sometimes people make underhanded comments and I start obviously talking shit lol

Understandable. For me I sometimes just voice my opinion and then somebody gets salty and rather than just discussing it calmly they immediately jump to insulting me personally... Then the gloves come off lol. Idk why people on here do that. Like I could say I think Topuria is overhyped based on his current accomplishments and somebody will be like "You're a fucking retard! What a moronic thing to say. Let's see what you say after he Knocks Max out cold!"

Basically if I say I think people are getting carried away by claiming it's a foregone conclusion that Topuria will just walk right through Max, I'm a retard...

 

[Ser das Trevas]

Do they believe only Russia have street fights? I still remember Khabib going nuts over Tony saying he has never been on a street fight.

 

[azerty]

When one fighter says another fighter is ok something, I tend to think it holds weight...these people know people. My cousin told me Anderson Silva was on PED's before he hurt his leg, said he met a guy who connected fighters with Dr's. You never know when people are telling the truth of lying, it fighters don't throw that steroid word directly at someone, unless they know.

You dont have to take his word for it, it's a direct reference to usman testing positive

 

[Tracav]

Using European as a slur, bold strategy.

Yeah, should you really shame people for not having fought in the streets ?

 

[Rubios]

For me, Islam is the current best fighter in the UFC and the gap is getting quite wide.

Topuria has walked the walk so far, but I feel he's pointing in the wrong direction this time. Now that he's the champ, he should avoid talking about the elephant in the room.

Because Volk actually went up and fought Islam. Yes, Islam didn't have the best rehydration and whatnot, but Alex didn't only survive 5 rounds, but had his chances and was able to stand his ground and give Islam the toughest fight of his career. Yes, I know Islam has 1 loss, whatever.
I think Makhachev won. Some people called it a draw, others a razor thin decission, and some got Volk winning.

Now, any of you believe Ilia would have a chance against Islam?

What's next? Calling out DP or JG?

Let's wait for 308 and see how Top looks against Max. As for now, he has no business against any top dog at 155.

 

[VinceArch]

I like the possible fight but Islam has already beaten the previous champion and people like to use that against him so he's in a damned if he does damned if he doesn't situation cause then people will accuse him of ducking Ilia.

 

[BangBang]

Ilia is a better trash talker than Merab, so the back and forth will be more heated than what's currently going on with Umar and Merab.

Unfortunately, I don't see Ilia vs Islam ever happening. There is nothing for Islam to gain by fighting a FW with 0 defenses (currently) or 1 defense if he beats Max. He gained nothing by beating what many think is the FW GOAT. It's likely that Islam challenges for the 170 belt if he beats Arman.

Maybe if Ilia moves up to 155 later on and Usman gets signed, we can see them fight for the belt.

Islam will fight whoever brings the most interest and therefore money (at LW).

 

[The Siege]

Islam will fight whoever brings the most interest and therefore money (at LW).

You think he is going to stick around at LW after Arman (if he wins)? I think he is going to go for the WW belt and if he wins will stay there. If he loses, I can see him coming back down but Ilia isnt accomplished enough to challenge for the belt even after beating Max, once he racks up enough defenses Islam will probably have retired.