Dan Hooker, Topuria and McGregor

Dan Hooker rips Ilia Topuria for targeting lightweight move: ‘He’s just working off McGregor’s playbook’
Dan Hooker says Ilia Topuria is just copying Conor McGregor, needs to run things back with Alexander Volkanovski.
Dan Hooker Doubts Ilia Topuria’s Lightweight Moves, Claims He’s Following ‘Conor McGregor Playbook’
Dan Hooker questions Ilia Topuria's lightweight moves, suggesting he's following Conor McGregor's playbook to rise in the division.
Ilia Topuria’s potential move to lightweight questioned by Dan Hooker
Ilia Topuria and his team have been teasing a move up to lightweight. However, it appears not everyone believes that the UFC featherweight champion will make such a jump. For those unaware, during a recent appearance on Submission Radio,
Dan Hooker Believes Ilia Topuria’s Move to Lightweight Mirrors Conor McGregor’s Strategy, Foresees Volkanovski Fight Next Year
Dan Hooker does not believe that featherweight champion Ilia Topuria will actually move up in weight to challenge for the 155-pound belt.
Ilia Topuria accused of copying Conor McGregor by UFC star doubtful about lightweight move
Despite teasing a rematch with Alexander Volkanovski immediately after UFC 308, Topuria has pivoted on that assertion, targeting a clash with Charles Oliveira for his lightweight return. As of this writing, the UFC hasn’t announced Topuria and Oliveira’s return bookings after their recent victories.
Dan Hooker gets brutally honest about Ilia Topuria potentially moving up to lightweight: "Line one of McGregor's playbook"
Dan Hooker recently offered a candid perspective on the possibility of Ilia Topuria making the move up to the lightweight division.
Dan Hooker Doubts Ilia Topuria’s Lightweight Claims: ‘He’s Just Working Off McGregor’s Playbook’
While Ilia Topuria has teased a move up to lightweight, it appears that not everyone believes the UFC featherweight champ will make such a jump.
Conor McGregor ‘Never’ Sees Ilia Topuria Recreating UFC Star’s Tallest Tale
UFC Champion Ilia Topuria has caught yet another stray from Conor McGregor. The UFC superstars have something in common, featherweight gold wrapped around their waists. McGregor never lost the belt to anyone it but was eventually passed down to Topuria,
Conor McGregor scoffs at Ilia Topuria’s plans to move up in weight: ‘He has the balls of a kitten’
Conor McGregor was once known for his willingness to take on huge challenges, a trait he doesn’t believe Ilia Topuria shares. Topuria, the UFC’s reigning featherweight champion, recently discussed a move up to 155 pounds to potentially challenge Charles Oliveira for a shot at lightweight champion Islam Makhachev.
UFC Lightweight Contender Dan Hooker Makes Bold Prediction on Champion's Future
UFC lightweight Dan Hooker dismissed recent comments made by Featherweight Champion Ilia Topuria about his desire to vacate the title, move up to lightweight and retire by 30. "It's pretty evident ...
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Ilia Topuria’s 5-1 Brother Booked For Long-Awaited UFC Debut In 2025
A prominent name on the regional scene will now be making his Octagon debut, meaning Ilia Topuria won't be the only UFC ...
UFC Champion Appears To Officially Announce His Chase For Second Title
Ilia Topuria is the reigning UFC featherweight champion, but he has made it clear, he wants to move up to lightweight to ...
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“He beat Volk and Holloway, dude” - Ex-UFC champ backs Ilia Topuria’s potential lightweight move amid criticism for ‘El Matador’
Ilia Topuria's time at 145 pounds may be over, to the surprise of many fans and pundits in MMA. The Spaniard successfully defended the featherweight title against Max Holloway at UFC 308, knocking out ...