Dana White confirms Ilia Topuria is medically cleared for UFC return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 11:46 AM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
UFC President Dana White confirmed that Ilia Topuria is physically prepared to return to the octagon following a prolonged recovery period. Topuria suffered multiple injuries, including two broken orbital bones, a shattered septum, and a broken foot, during a loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC 250 earlier this year. The 29-year-old fighter recently addressed his post-fight recovery and mental state in a nine-part essay published on his website. While White stated that the promotion is ready for the former featherweight and lightweight champion's comeback, no specific event or opponent has been scheduled. Topuria has competed in the UFC since 2020 and currently holds two multi-division titles. The organization remains in contact with the athlete as he prepares for his next match.
- •Ilia Topuria suffered facial and foot injuries during his UFC 250 loss to Justin Gaethje.
- •Dana White confirmed Topuria is physically ready for a return to competition.
- •The UFC has not yet determined a date or location for the comeback fight.
- •Topuria publicly documented his physical and mental recovery process in a recent essay.
- 11:46 AMYahoo Sports — Dana White says UFC star Ilia Topuria is ready for injury return fight
"Earlier this year at UFC 250, Ilia Topuria received arguably the beating of his lifetime from Justin Gaethje. Topuria escaped the match with a brutal loss and a disfigured face , which raised the question of him ever entering the octagon again. The Spaniard suffered two broken orbital bones, a shattered septum, and a broken foot during his […] The post Dana White says UFC star Ilia Topuria is ready for injury return fight appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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