Pimblett Still Chasing Topuria

Paddy Pimblett isn't picky about who's next, but he's made it clear which fight he really wants. Asked about a potential grudge match with Ilia Topuria, Pimblett didn't hold back, saying "I'd love to smash his head in." He also confirmed the UFC hasn't reached out about actually booking it yet, though he's pointing toward a December return regardless of who ends up on the other side of the cage. Meanwhile Islam Makhachev, who's had his own history of needling Topuria, said he thinks the Georgian can bounce back from his first pro loss, adding "Maybe he'll become champion again."