Topuria responds to Cristiano: "I didn't expect you to not know the difference between confidence and arrogance"

Ilia Topuria don't back down from anyone. Not even in front of athletes as great outside the octagon as Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese doubted the Spanish-Georgian fighter as his fight against Max Holloway in a conversation with Eric Nicksickcoach of Ngannou and other MMA champions.

In the same interview, the now Al-Nassr the footballer launched a harsh criticism towards Topuria: “[Topuria] talk too much… I think when [he beat] Volk, Volk was not [ready] because of this kick with Islam… Topuria didn't fight the best. If he beats Max, I will respect him. He was never knocked out [Holloway]. That's why it will be difficult for Topuria.” These statements have been revealed in recent hours… and of course, The Matador was quick to respond.

“I didn't expect someone like you to not know the difference between confidence and arrogance. But in the end, we all reflect our own reality onto others. I wish you the best for the rest of your career and God bless your family, ” Topuria replied.

A forceful response in which, in a conciliatory tone, he returns the dart to Cristiano Ronaldo and makes it clear that he will not allow anyone, whatever their name, to speak negatively about him.