The Herd with Colin Cowherd Daniel Cormier TV - DC REACTS to Islam Makhachev & Khabib Nurmagomedov TURNING DOWN Ilia Topuria fight
Apr 19, 2025
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Makhachev Team Rejects Topuria Fight
- Islam Makhachev's team sees little value in fighting Ilia Topuria for the lightweight title.
- They believe the risk to Islam's legacy isn't worth it as Topuria just moved up from featherweight.
Who Is Tougher Opponent?
- The question remains whether Ilia Topuria is a better challenge to Islam than Alexander Volkanovski.
- Context about Volkanovski's recent form is key to understanding why Team Islam hesitates.
Legacy Drives Fight Decisions
- Legacy matters greatly to Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov's camp.
- Islam prefers fighting big names at lightweight who have earned their shot, not those moving up.