Ilia Topuria FINALLY Speaks... Paddy Is NEXT?

Ilia Topuria FINALLY Speaks... Paddy Is NEXT? Ilia Topuria has finally broken his silence following his loss to Justin Gaethje at the UFC White House event, and his comments may have revealed exactly what comes next. Chael Sonnen examines Topuria's candid interview, where the former two-division champion discussed the physical and emotional toll of his defeat, his future in the UFC, and the possibility of fighting Paddy Pimblett before retiring. Pimblett has already called out Topuria and proposed that the two coach against each other on The Ultimate Fighter. Dana White has also indicated that the UFC is working on Topuria's next fight for early 2027. While nothing has been officially announced, Chael believes the clues are pointing toward Topuria vs. Pimblett. But another question remains: Could this fight be for the UFC lightweight championship? With Justin Gaethje's future uncertain and Arman Tsarukyan waiting for his opportunity, one matchmaking decision could affect the entire lightweight division. Chael breaks down the potential scenarios, including Gaethje vs. Tsarukyan, a vacant lightweight title, and whether the UFC's biggest possible matchup should also be a championship fight. Has Topuria just given us the clearest indication yet that Paddy Pimblett is next? #ChaelSonnen #IliaTopuria #PaddyPimblett #UFC #MMA #JustinGaethje #ArmanTsarukyan