Published 64 days ago
Ilia Topuria’s manager fires back with explosive certainty at Ali Abdelaziz’s provocations
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Malki Kawa, Ilia Topuria’s manager, fiercely reacted to Ali Abdelaziz’s provocative statements about Usman Nurmagomedov. Calling Abdelaziz a "clown," Kawa asserts with unwavering confidence that Topuria, despite his recent loss to Gaethje, remains the best fighter in the world and would ruthlessly crush Abdelaziz’s entire team.
To remember:
- Malki Kawa responds with rare ferocity to Ali Abdelaziz’s provocations on social media.
- Kawa calls Abdelaziz a "clown" and promises that Topuria would crush his entire team, including Usman Nurmagomedov.
- Despite his loss to Gaethje in June 2025, Kawa maintains that Topuria remains "the best fighter in the world".
The war of words between Ali Abdelaziz and Malki Kawa just took an explosive turn. Abdelaziz’s manager had dared to claim that Usman Nurmagomedov, undefeated in 22 fights, would force Topuria to tap out if they ever fought. A provocation that sent Kawa over the edge. On X (formerly Twitter), he dismissed these remarks with a scathing reply: "This guy, sitting there with two of his fighters, claims to know who would beat who. Usman? Topuria would crush 100% of your team, rematch against Gaethje included."
Kawa didn’t mince words in describing Abdelaziz, calling him a "clown" and brushing aside his claims with a wave of the hand. For him, Topuria, despite his loss to Dustin Poirier in June 2025, remains the most fearsome fighter on the planet. "He just had a bad night," Kawa insists, promising a strong comeback for his protégé. According to Kawa, Topuria is capable of teaching a masterclass to any opponent, whether it’s Paddy Pimblett, Islam Makhachev, or even Gaethje in a rematch.
This fiery response from Kawa fits into a well-known dynamic of rivalry in the world of mixed martial arts. Ali Abdelaziz, the influential manager of the PFL team, is often at the center of controversies, while Malki Kawa, a legendary figure in the UFC, fiercely defends his fighters’ interests. The tension between the two men is nothing new, but this time, it has taken on a personal dimension.
Is Topuria stronger than ever?
Despite the loss to Gaethje, Kawa insists that Topuria has lost none of his brilliance. "He just had a bad night," he repeats, suggesting that this performance was just a blip. For him, the Georgian is still the world’s number one, and his upcoming fights should prove it. A confidence that contrasts with the doubts raised by some observers after his defeat.
Between provocations and scathing replies, the rivalry between Malki Kawa and Ali Abdelaziz is reaching new heights. For Kawa, Topuria remains untouchable, and his statements leave little room for doubt: the Georgian is ready to come back stronger than ever. Whether the performances will follow remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the UFC is shaping up to be more explosive than ever.