UFC President Dana White has revealed that there are currently no concrete plans for Ilia Topuria’s next fight, leaving fans curious about what lies ahead for the reigning featherweight champion. Speaking recently, White admitted that the promotion is still evaluating potential opponents and that no bout has been finalized yet.

“As of right now, we haven’t made anything,” White said when asked about the possibility of booking Paddy Pimblett against Ilia Topuria. “We’re trying to figure out what’s next for Topuria.”

Ilia Topuria, who holds a perfect professional record of 15 wins and 0 losses, became the UFC Featherweight Champion earlier this year after a stunning second-round knockout victory over longtime titleholder Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 298. The win cemented Topuria as one of the brightest rising stars in the sport and the first Spanish-born UFC champion in history.

Since claiming the title, Topuria has made headlines not just for his dominance inside the Octagon, but also for his ongoing war of words with other fighters, including Conor McGregor and Paddy Pimblett. Many fans have speculated about potential matchups for his first title defense, with names like Max Holloway, Brian Ortega, and Movsar Evloev circulating as possibilities.

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However, Dana White’s latest comments suggest that no opponent or date has been locked in. The uncertainty has added intrigue to the featherweight division, as contenders wait for clarity on who will get the next shot at the undefeated champion.

Given his rising global profile and undefeated record, Ilia Topuria’s next move will be crucial in shaping both his legacy and the future landscape of the 145-pound division. For now, the MMA world watches and waits for the UFC to make its next move on one of the sport’s fastest-rising stars.

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