Dan Hooker is not convinced by Ilia Topuria’s recent actions.
Topuria, who recently defended his featherweight title by defeating Max Holloway at UFC 308, hinted at a possible move to lightweight. This decision has cast doubt on his rematch with Alexander Volkanovski, scheduled for 2025.
Hooker believes that Topuria’s behavior is merely a publicity stunt, comparing it to Conor McGregor’s tactics of staying in the spotlight. Despite Topuria’s wavering stance, Hooker predicts that the fight with Volkanovski will still take place in the near future.
Expressing skepticism towards Topuria’s intentions, Hooker questions his credibility in committing to fights after previously changing his mind about facing Max Holloway. He emphasizes that once a fighter agrees to a match, they should honor that commitment.
In light of Topuria’s indecisiveness, Hooker emphasizes the importance of sticking to one’s word in the world of MMA. He firmly believes that the upcoming bout between Volkanovski and Topuria is inevitable.