Dvalishvili assessed Topuria's chances in a potential fight with Makhachev

Dmitriy Kel Jan. 16, 2026, 2:04 p.m.

Former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili shared his thoughts on a hypothetical bout between welterweight titleholder Islam Makhachev and lightweight leader Ilia Topuria.

“Topuria? I've never felt such power and such a level of technique from anyone else. He has a very big chance against Islam Makhachev. I'm convinced of it. Especially after visiting him in Spain. I'd even give more percentage to Ilia's victory. Even if the fight takes place in the welterweight division,” said Dvalishvili in an interview with MMA Pros Pick.

Recall that Topuria put his career on hold due to a personal crisis related to a complicated divorce process.

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