Ilia Topuria's manager criticizes Ali Abdelaziz over Nurmagomedov remarks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 6:31 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Malki Kawa, manager for Ilia Topuria, responded to comments made by Ali Abdelaziz regarding a potential matchup between Topuria and Usman Nurmagomedov. Abdelaziz claimed that Nurmagomedov would defeat Topuria and make him quit, following Nurmagomedov's recent knockout victory at PFL New York. Kawa defended Topuria, saying he could 'annihilate' Abdelaziz’s entire roster and expressed confidence that Topuria would defeat Justin Gaethje in a rematch. Topuria, who recently lost to Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250, aims to bounce back with a strong performance in his next fight. Kawa emphasized Topuria's skills and potential for a comeback.
- •Malki Kawa responded to Ali Abdelaziz's comments about Ilia Topuria.
- •Abdelaziz claimed Usman Nurmagomedov would easily defeat Topuria.
- •Topuria lost to Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250.
- •Kawa believes Topuria could defeat Gaethje in a rematch.
- •Nurmagomedov improved to 22-0 after defeating Archie Colgan.
- 6:31 AMYahoo Sports — Ilia Topuria's manager has words for Ali Abdelaziz
"Malki Kawa has fired back at Ali Abdelaziz over his assessment of Ilia Topuria.
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