UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria is targeting a fight against Paddy Pimblett for April 2027, according to a report from NY Fights. The undefeated titleholder also acknowledged that retirement is a consideration for his future.
The potential matchup would pit Topuria, the 145-pound champion, against Pimblett, a rising lightweight contender. No official announcement has been made by the UFC regarding the bout.
Topuria's comments about retirement add uncertainty to his fighting timeline, though specific details about his plans were not disclosed in the report.
