Topuria's lightweight move seen as too early

Ilia Topuria recently gave up his UFC featherweight title to move up to the lightweight division. This decision surprised many, as Topuria had notable victories over champions like Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway in the featherweight class. Former UFC champion Matt Serra criticized Topuria's move, calling it "premature." Serra believes Topuria should have fought more in the featherweight division before moving up, as there are still significant matchups available. Topuria's departure leaves the featherweight division open for fighters like Diego Lopes and Movsar Evloev, who were hoping for a chance to compete against him. Lopes is set to challenge for the vacant title soon.