Hooker, Topuria and McGregor

Dan Hooker Doubts Ilia Topuria’s Lightweight Moves, Claims He’s Following ‘Conor McGregor Playbook’
Dan Hooker questions Ilia Topuria's lightweight moves, suggesting he's following Conor McGregor's playbook to rise in the division.
Dan Hooker Doubts Ilia Topuria’s Lightweight Claims: ‘He’s Just Working Off McGregor’s Playbook’
While Ilia Topuria has teased a move up to lightweight, it appears that not everyone believes the UFC featherweight champ will make such a jump.
Ilia Topuria accused of copying Conor McGregor by UFC star doubtful about lightweight move
Despite teasing a rematch with Alexander Volkanovski immediately after UFC 308, Topuria has pivoted on that assertion, targeting a clash with Charles Oliveira for his lightweight return. As of this writing, the UFC hasn’t announced Topuria and Oliveira’s return bookings after their recent victories.
Ilia Topuria shoots down rumored fight against Conor McGregor: “I’m not interested in fighting a rapist”
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria has no interest in meeting fellow star Conor McGregor inside the octagon.
Conor McGregor ‘Never’ Sees Ilia Topuria Recreating UFC Star’s Tallest Tale
UFC Champion Ilia Topuria has caught yet another stray from Conor McGregor. The UFC superstars have something in common, featherweight gold wrapped around their waists. McGregor never lost the belt to anyone it but was eventually passed down to Topuria,
Ilia Topuria’s coach explains why champion is moving to lightweight as he eyes two big-name opponents
Illa Topuria’s coach has confirmed his move to lightweight. The UFC featherweight champion has established himself as one of the pound-for-pound best by knocking out Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway in 2024.
Conor McGregor scoffs at Ilia Topuria’s plans to move up in weight: ‘He has the balls of a kitten’
Conor McGregor was once known for his willingness to take on huge challenges, a trait he doesn’t believe Ilia Topuria shares. Topuria, the UFC’s reigning featherweight champion, recently discussed a move up to 155 pounds to potentially challenge Charles Oliveira for a shot at lightweight champion Islam Makhachev.
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Ilia Topuria’s 5-1 Brother Booked For Long-Awaited UFC Debut In 2025
A prominent name on the regional scene will now be making his Octagon debut, meaning Ilia Topuria won't be the only UFC ...
T.J. Dillashaw: Ilia Topuria best fighter in UFC, more skilled than Jon Jones
T.J. Dillashaw has a bold take on UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria. Undefeated Topuria (16-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) is coming ...
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REPORT: Ilia Topuria’s Brother To Make UFC Debut In Australia On Dricus Du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland Card
Ilia Topuria’s brother reportedly joins the UFC, set for a thrilling debut in Australia on Du Plessis vs. Strickland card.
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Islam Makhachev’s coach reveals what Ilia Topuria must do to get UFC super fight: ‘Now people will look at him like he’s a lightweight’
Could we be seeing Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria one day? Coach Javier Mendez reveals what it would take to make the fight ...
MMA Junkie's 2024 Male Fighter of the Year: Ilia Topuria
In a tight quality-vs-quantity debate, UFC champ Ilia Topuria emerges as our Male Fighter of the Year thanks to two ...
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Ilia Topuria – from hero to villain
If there's one thing we know to be true about Ilia Topuria, it's that he isn't going to let anyone get in the way of him becoming one of the greatest fighters ...
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Former UFC Two Division Champion Takes A Jab At Ilia Topuria’s Lightweight Ambitions – “Balls Of A Kitten”
That fight, followed by McGregor’s lightweight debut where he defeated Eddie Alvarez to become the first-ever two-division ...
Islam Makhachev's coach: Beating Charles Oliveira would make Ilia Topuria a true lightweight
Javier Mendez is not interested in UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev fighting Ilia Topuria – for now. Featherweight ...