Ilia Topuria's decision to vacate the UFC featherweight title to move up to lightweight has left both divisions with many unanswered questions. The immediate concern for lightweight is whether Topuria will receive an immediate title shot or have to compete against another contender first. Potential challengers for current lightweight champion Islam Makhachev include former champions and top contenders, making the title landscape uncertain. Meanwhile, Makhachev's intentions to possibly move up to welterweight add another layer to the situation.
"At lightweight, the million-dollar question is whether Topuria will get an immediate title shot or have to earn one by facing another contender."
"Makhachev reportedly has aspirations of moving up to welterweight, either in the immediate future or somewhere down the road."
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