Ilia Topuria made headlines at UFC 317 by knocking out Charles Oliveira, reinforcing his claim as a pound-for-pound best fighter. Following the fight, Topuria hinted at potential challengers, particularly Paddy Pimblett, who is being groomed as the UFC's next superstar. Despite his rising fame and impressive recent performance against Michael Chandler, doubts linger about whether he's ready for a title shot without facing a tough opponent like Justin Gaethje—who remains a formidable contender despite recent struggles in the octagon. A matchup between the two is seen as necessary for both fighters.
Topuria continued his tear as arguably the pound-for-pound best fighter on the planet, knocking out Charles Oliveira in the first round at UFC 317 on Saturday.
Paddy's UFC Journey is marked by his charisma, drawing comparisons to Conor McGregor, but faces scrutiny over favorable matchups as he rises to stardom.
Paddy's recent performance against Michael Chandler was undeniably impressive, raising his stock tremendously but also questioning Chandler's status as a gatekeeper.
A high-stakes fight between Gaethje and Pimblett makes sense for both, as Gaethje seeks a resurgence and Pimblett aims to prove himself.
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