Ilia Topuria’s manager Lukasz Orzel stated that the Georgian fighter did not receive an offer to fight No. 5-ranked Justin Gaethje.
Earlier a social media post attributed to Orzel said Gaethje should “get ready for sleep” at UFC 322 on November 15 in New York, USA, but the manager says Topuria was not offered that bout.
Lukasz Orzel
This whole report about Ilia’s fight in MSG against Justin Gaethje is bulls***. Some fake news page posted a fake picture and then deleted it. But other outlets started reporting it. They need to start checking their sources. Ilia isn't in a camp as he doesn't have any fight offer at the moment. He's just keeping himself in shape as he always does.
Ilia Topuria last fought in June 2025 at UFC 317, knocking out Charles Oliveira in the first round. His record is 17 wins and no losses.
Justin Gaethje last fought in March 2025 at UFC 313, defeating Rafael Fiziev by unanimous decision. His record is 26 wins and 5 losses.
