Who's the Best in UFC? The Debate Heats Up!

Ilia Topuria's victory at UFC 317 was a big deal. He not only won a second title but also became the top pound-for-pound fighter in the world. This win sparked a lot of talk, especially from Islam Makhachev, who thinks the rankings are just a marketing trick to build hype for their future fight. He believes the rankings are being manipulated to make their potential matchup more exciting.

Josh Thomson, a former training partner of Makhachev, agrees with this idea. He thinks the UFC is trying to boost interest in the fight by placing Topuria at the top. However, Thomson also believes that Topuria deserves the number one spot because he has more titles than Makhachev. He argues that if Makhachev wants to reclaim the top spot, he needs to win another belt.

The debate doesn't stop there. Merab Dvalishvili, the bantamweight champion, is also in the mix. With an impressive winning streak, he's being considered a strong contender for the top pound-for-pound spot. Aljamain Sterling, a former champion and Dvalishvili's friend, thinks that if Dvalishvili keeps winning, he could easily take the number one position.

Meanwhile, Makhachev is focused on his own goals. He's been working on gaining size and is set to face Jack Della Maddalena. The outcome of this fight could significantly impact the pound-for-pound rankings. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how this all plays out and who will ultimately be crowned the best in the UFC.