Even with no UFC event this past weekend, the MMA news cycle is very active, particularly buzzing about the potential main event for UFC 317. This card is the promotion’s annual International Fight Week centerpiece in Las Vegas.
Former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria has recently hinted at upcoming news. This has led to considerable speculation: Could he be involved in the main event for UFC 317? If not Topuria, what significant bout might serve as the headliner for this important show?
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The newest episode of “Between the Links” dives into this topic. The panel analyzes how Topuria might be involved and discusses the challenge facing the UFC, with the event only two months away and still lacking a main attraction.
Additionally, the show covers other major news from the sport. Topics include the upcoming UFC Kansas City event, headlined by Ian Machado Garry vs. Carlos Prates, and the high-profile fight between Eddie Hall and Mariusz Pudzianowski at KSW 105, which is noted as a significant weekend matchup. Dricus du Plessis` recent comments addressing injury rumors are also discussed, among various other updates.
This installment features a special fan Q&A segment. Host Mike Heck is joined by Jed Meshew to answer questions and delve into the considerable amount of news currently circulating in the MMA world.
The full discussion is available to watch or listen to via podcast platforms.
