On Saturday night, Topuria was able to defeat Max Holloway via knockout in the main event of UFC 308 to cement his position as one of the most exciting fighters on the planet.

But, Pimblett who earlier in his career was linked to a fight with him is still adamant he would beat him.

He said: “Heavy. Hand sanitizer boy with the win. Heavy. Well done, Ilia. Give you your due, lad. 16-0. Hand sanitizer boy. Can’t wait for him to come back up to lightweight. Still think I’d beat him. I really do. I still think I’d beat him, lad. Whether he’s just beat Max Holloway or not. I still think I’d beat him lad, by kicking him on the feet or taking him down and submitting him. I genuinely think I’d beat him. But, congrats Ilia Topuria, well done son, congratulations lad.”

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Responding to his claims on X formerly Twitter one said: ‘Maybe in chess but definitely not MMA.’

Another added: ‘Paddy would get rag dolled.’

A third said: ‘Lmfao this beef is the funniest shit ever. It’s so petty and the outcome is so obvious.’

How do you think a fight between them would play out. Let us know in the comments.