UsmanNurmagomedov and IliaTopuria could be on a collision course, and the Russiansmanager has now weighed in on the matchup.Nurmagomedov (22-0) is the most sought-after free agent in mixedmartial arts presently. The undefeated Professional Fighters League lightweight exhausted his currentcontract with the promotion by defending his title with a knockoutwin over ArchieColgan at PFL New York.Usmans manager has now addressed how hed fare against the formertwo-division Ultimate Fighting Championship titleholder.Usman will stop Ilia: Nurmagomedovs manager predicts anotherTopuria KO lossTopuria (17-1) was the fastest-rising fighter in the sport untilhis title loss to JustinGaethje at UFC Freedom 250, the first defeat of his pro career. Despitebeing no longer unbeaten, he remains one of the biggest stars inthe UFC.Ali Abdelaziz manages both Gaethje and Nurmagomedov. With rumors ofNurmagomedov looking to sign with the UFC now circulating,Abdelaziz predicts that the Dagestani standout will stop Topuria bythe fourth round, as Gaethje did.I told everyone before that Justin Gaethje would beat IliaTopuria, Abdelaziz wrote on X. And Im telling you today: UsmanNurmagomedov will stop Ilia Topuria within four rounds.It remains to be seen whether Nurmagomedov re-signs with the PFLamid their merger with Jake PaulsMost Valuable Promotions. Notably, DanaWhite confirmed the UFCs interest in the 28-year-old followingUFC Belgrade.I told everyone before thatJustinGaethje would beat IliaTopuria. And Im telling you today: UsmanNurmagomedov will stop IliaTopuria within four rounds. @Usmannmgdv AliAbdelaziz (@AliAbdelaziz00) August 2, 2026