Javier Mendez isn’t sure if Ilia Topuria has earned the right to challenge UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev.

In the past, Makhachev has brushed off Topuria as a potential opponent, but his coach Javier Mendez doesn't think he's against taking the superfight - even if it's another former

Islam Makhachev’s coach exudes confidence after issuing an ultimatum to fight Ilia Topuria, calling him a “true warrior.”