Sean O'Malley considers Payton Talbott fight depending on title outcome

Sean O'Malley stated he would fight Payton Talbott only if a title shot is not next. His decision hinges on the result of the bantamweight title match between Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 333 on October 24. Talbott recently called out O'Malley following a victory over Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 332. O'Malley acknowledged Talbott's talents and expressed interest in a match down the line if circumstances allow. He emphasized that he has no issue with Talbott's callout, framing it as positive when fighters seek to challenge one another.

• 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Sean O'Malley loves Payton Talbott's callout, but fighting him next? That depends