Ilia Topuria Set To Make Public Appearance Again In The Coming Days

The fan base Ilia Topuria has built in such a short time is truly something else. He became one of the youngest two-division champions in UFC history and carried that undefeated record for a very long time. Every fan was heartbroken when Topuria lost to Justin Gaethje.

At the UFC White House card, everyone assumed it would be a straightforward night for ‘El Matador.’ But the outdoor conditions played their part; both fighters were gassed after the first round. The Spanish fighter took a serious beating in round one. Since then, fans have been waiting to catch a glimpse of him, and that wait is almost over.

Ilia Topuria Expected To Make His Public Return Very Soon

Topuria is expected to make his first public appearance in the coming days. According to journalist Alvaro Colmenero, Topuria spent July recovering from his injuries and undergoing treatment, while August was mainly for vacation.

“I know that very soon, within the next few days, Ilia will reappear before the public. The month of July clearly passed with recovering from his injuries and getting his treatments. August was for vacation. And in September, he’s reappearing before the public,” Colmenero said.

Fans are desperate to see the ‘El Matador’ doing interviews again, as he has gone completely off the radar since his first loss. Now the talk has also shifted to when he fights next, with rumors circulating that the former lightweight champion could face Paddy Pimblett in December.

Ilia Topuria vs. Paddy Pimblett in December?

Sean O’Malley’s coach Tim Welch says he has been hearing rumors that Topuria could face Pimblett in December. The two have had their beef, and there is always a tense atmosphere whenever they are in the same room. Talking about the potential matchup, O’Malley’s coach said: "I've heard rumors that the Topuria vs. Paddy fight will take place in December."

Welch noted that ‘The Baddy’ is coming off a big win, looks confident, and holds a size advantage, while the 29-year-old is coming off the toughest loss of his career. ‘Suga’ initially leaned toward Paddy but admitted it is basically a 50-50 fight because he still believes Topuria has what it takes to bounce back. If this fight happens, it will be one of the biggest matchups the UFC has seen in a long time.