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Bryce Mitchell reflects on Ilia Topuria's loss to Justin Gaethje

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 8:20 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Bryce Mitchell reflects on Ilia Topuria's loss to Justin Gaethje
Summary

Bryce Mitchell discussed his relatable experience following Ilia Topuria's recent loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250. He recalled suffering his own first career loss to Topuria while battling illness, attributing both fighters' defeats to pride and the choices that stemmed from it. Mitchell acknowledged Topuria's potential at lightweight but believes he would perform better at featherweight. Discussions continue regarding Topuria's mental state and future following this fight.

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  • •Bryce Mitchell lost to Ilia Topuria in 2022 while ill.
  • •Topuria lost to Justin Gaethje by TKO at UFC Freedom 250.
  • •Mitchell relates to Topuria's prideful decision-making.
  • •Mitchell sees potential for Topuria at featherweight.
  • •Discussions about Topuria's return focus on his mental resilience.
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  • 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — Bryce Mitchell can relate to Ilia Topuria's loss: 'His pride made him fall'
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Bryce Mitchell suffered his first-career loss to Ilia Topuria.

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