Dana White Confirms Uncertainty Over Makhachev, Topuria Fight

Dana White's recent comments on a potential fight between Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria have cast uncertainty on the matchup after Topuria vacated his featherweight title to pursue opportunities in the lightweight division. While White acknowledged Topuria's decision as respectable, he refrained from confirming any immediate plans for the fight, stating there are 'still other possibilities.' Topuria's management has expressed their focus solely on a title shot against Makhachev, dismissing any notion of a contender fight. Makhachev, however, indicated that Topuria must first prove himself in the lightweight division before earning a title shot. The lightweight landscape is competitive, with other contenders like Dustin Poirier and Charles Oliveira also vying for potential matchups. The anticipation for a Makhachev vs. Topuria fight continues as fans and analysts speculate on the future of the division.