Ilia Topuria's Next Opponent to be Revealed Tonight Amid UFC 315
The reveal of Topuria's next opponent will mark a significant milestone in his journey to become a two-division champion, and the outcome of UFC 315 will play a crucial role in shaping his path forward. With the likes of Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev in the mix, the stakes are high, and the anticipation is building up for what promises to be an exciting matchup.
The highly anticipated next opponent for Ilia Topuria is set to be revealed tonight, as the former featherweight champion prepares to face either Islam Makhachev or Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 on June 28. The outcome of the upcoming UFC 315, where Belal Muhammad defends his welterweight title against Jack Della Maddalena, could impact the decision on Topuria's next opponent.
According to UFC President Dana White, the result of the Muhammad-Della Maddalena fight will play a significant role in determining Topuria's next opponent. If Della Maddalena wins, Makhachev may move up to 170 pounds to challenge him, potentially setting up a matchup between Makhachev and Topuria. On the other hand, if Muhammad wins, he would likely face Makhachev, allowing the highly anticipated matchup to happen.
Topuria vacated his featherweight title to move up to lightweight and has expressed interest in becoming a two-division champion. The UFC has yet to confirm the main event, but a Topuria-Makhachev or Topuria-Oliveira bout would be a high-stakes matchup. The outcome of UFC 315 will be closely watched, as it may determine which fighter Topuria faces in his next bout.
As the anticipation builds up, fans will be eagerly waiting for the reveal of Topuria's next opponent tonight. The fight is scheduled for June 28th in Las Vegas, and the announcement is expected to put an end to speculation over Topuria's next challenge. With the UFC 315 outcome potentially impacting the decision, the next few days will be crucial in determining the course of Topuria's career.