Analysis: Rematch or new blood – What’s next for new champ Ilia Topuria?

Brian Ortega

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Former two-time featherweight title challenger Brian Ortega could very well fight for the strap next if he defeats Yair Rodriguez on Saturday, especially if he does so in spectacular fashion.

With just one week between Topuria’s title win and Ortega’s upcoming fight, the timing couldn’t be better for the former challenger.

Stylewise, it would be interesting to see how Ortega’s grappling and solid chin would hold up against Topuria.