Morning Report: Ilia Topuria targets Max Holloway in September before ‘biggest fight in MMA history’ vs. Conor McGregor

Ilia Topuria is ready to defend his UFC featherweight title.

From the moment Max Holloway flatlined Justin Gaethje and became the new BMF champion at UFC 300, the world was anticipating what would be next for “Blessed.” The proud fighting Hawaiian quickly made it clear he had an interest in recapturing his previously held 145-pound title despite the move up in weight. That same night, Topuria agreed that was the fight.

The pair have had...