In mixed martial arts (MMA) the mind plays a major role. A fighter must always stay focused when the fight comes, especially when it comes to fighting in the UFC, which is the biggest promotion in the world. Any mistake can be costly. … In a soccer match, no matter how important it is, the athlete has ten other teammates to cling to if he doesn’t have enough time, In the Octagon, a bad day turns into a nightmare. Ilya Topuria realizes this, and after experiencing personal instability, she decides to take a break.
“I will not fight in the first quarter of next year. I am going through a difficult period in my personal life. “I want to focus on my children and resolve this situation as soon as possible,” the UFC lightweight champion, who has not entered the octagon for nearly half a year, wrote. Topuria had received some criticism for his inactivity after winning the world title with a big sheet, as he only needed two and a half minutes to crush Brazilian Charles Oliveira last June. However, he has now gone public with his personal problem, which has sparked some sympathetic reactions.
One of the first to come forward was a former rival of El Matador, former UFC champion Max Holloway. The Hawaii native, who claims to have been through a similar situation, dedicated a heartfelt message to him. “Sorry, champ. If this is what I’m hearing, then I know first-hand the struggle you face trying to protect your children. “I hope everything goes well.”Holloway noted that he received a response immediately from Topuria himself. “Thanks for the support, brother. I wish you and your family the best,” the matador replied.
However, Topuria, aware that he holds a highly coveted world title, wants the top spot to stay the course, despite leaving his scepter vacant. “I don’t want to delay partition. “The UFC will organize the necessary fights, and as soon as the matter is resolved, I will inform you that I am ready for my return,” the Georgian of Spanish origin said. On Friday, Dana White himself announced the lightweight promotions, which will include the creation of an interim belt, in which Englishman Paddy Pimblett and American Justin Gaethje will compete.
It is likely that the winner of that confrontation will face the Georgian citizen of Spanish origin once his situation is fully stabilized. On the horizon, if the Englishman wins, is the most media fight: Paddy Pimblett vs. Elijah Topuria. All this is expected to happen from the spring of 2026.