Georgian mixed martial arts fighter Ilia Topuria commented on his defeat in the bout against Justin Gaethje, stating that he intends to return to the octagon and secure a rematch. In a social media post, Topuria congratulated his opponent on the victory and acknowledged that Gaethje won the fight.
“Justin, congratulations. You said you would leave a mark on my face… and you did. In the first round, you took away the vision in my right eye, and by the end of the second, the left one as well.
No excuses.
I had one of the best training camps of my life. I came in great shape, prepared and ready. Last night was your night. That is the nature of this sport. Glory and pain go hand in hand.
I will heal. I will rest. And I will come back stronger, wiser, and much more dangerous. And believe me… this story between us is far from over.
We will have a rematch,” writes Ilia Topuria.