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Ilia Topuria Outlines UFC Return Timeline, Says 'The Fire Is Bigger'

Ilia Topuria Outlines UFC Return Timeline, Says 'The Fire Is Bigger'
World Sports · 13:54:10 - Sunday, 8 November 2026

UFC featherweight contender Ilia Topuria has outlined a targeted timeline for his return to the octagon, declaring that "the fire is bigger" as he prepares for his next fight.

The announcement came on November 7, 2026, with Topuria expressing heightened motivation ahead of his comeback.

Details on a specific opponent or event were not disclosed, but the fighter indicated that his preparation is progressing with increased intensity.

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