Ilia Topuria thanks his brother for stopping Justin Gaethje fight: ‘I wouldn’t be able to fight again in my life’
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- In June, Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria via fourth-round TKO at UFC White, causing severe injuries to Topuria including broken orbital bones, a broken nose, and a broken foot.
- Despite the brutal loss and injuries, Topuria maintained a positive outlook, emphasizing resilience and gratitude that his brother stopped the fight, which likely saved his career.
- Doctors revealed that if the orbital fracture had worsened slightly, Topuria would have required a titanium plate and potentially ended his fighting career.
- Topuria plans to return to full training in January and aims for a comeback fight around April or May next year, with a rematch against Gaethje being a top priority.
- Topuria expressed confidence and determination, stating that he is ready to face any opponent and that the rematch with Gaethje would be a significant and lucrative event for both fighters.
