Topuria Eyes Makhachev After Gaethje Fight

Ilia Topuria, known as 'The Matador,' has confirmed his intention to face Islam Makhachev following his upcoming UFC bout. The Georgian-Spanish fighter will take on Justin Gaethje at UFC Casa Blanca in Washington, an event celebrating US Independence Day and President Donald Trump's birthday.

The Casa Blanca event will feature several prominent American fighters and is scheduled to take place in less than two weeks. Gaethje, one of the most notable American competitors in recent years, will be Topuria's opponent before the potential showdown with Makhachev. saltysenoritaaz.org