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Ilia Topuria's UFC Return Postponed to Early 2027
- Ilia Topuria will not return to the octagon this year.
- Topuria is expected to make his MMA return in early 2027.
- Topuria previously competed at UFC 264 in July 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- Topuria is a former UFC lightweight and featherweight champion.
- Dana White announced the delay in Topuria's return.
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