India, Sept. 7 -- Jon Anik has hinted that the UFC could already be exploring a rematch between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje. Speaking on the Anik Bros YouTube channel, the UFC commentator said he has heard that officials are discussing the possibility of putting Topuria straight back into the lightweight title picture, despite Gaethje having only recently won the belt.

Topuria lost the lightweight championship to Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250 in June, with his corner stopping the contest before the fifth round. While Gaethje has recently mentioned Conor McGregor as a potential opponent and played down rematches with Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira, Anik believes Topuria remains firmly in the mix. If the reported discussions move forwa...