Ilia Topuria previews UFC Freedom 250, Islam Makhachev and more | ESPN MMA

ESPN MMA’s Brett Okamoto sits down with UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria in New York City to preview his upcoming title fight vs. Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250.

0:00 Being in NYC the first time
2:14 Becoming a double champ
3:08 Reflecting on the last two years
4:37 Challenges behind the scenes?
7:08 Paddy vs. Justin
11:37 Expectations vs. Gaethje
12:19 The original plan
16:18 Pre-fight celebration plans
17:56 Islam Makhachev
20:01 Fighting at the White House

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