Do you challenge him? Topuria leaves a spicy dart at Cristiano Ronaldo from Spain

The rivalry between the world of football and mixed martial arts has taken on a new chapter with the verbal clash between Ilia Topuria and Cristiano Ronaldo. The Georgian fighter, known for his aggressive style both inside and outside the octagon, did not hesitate to respond harshly to the Portuguese footballer's criticism of his skills before his fight against Max Holloway.

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In a conversation with Francis Ngannou's coach, Eric Nicksick, Cristiano Ronaldo expressed his doubts about Topuria's talent, claiming that the Georgian had not faced the best fighters and that his victory over Volkanovski was due to fortuitous circumstances. These statements did not go unnoticed by Topuria, who quickly responded on social media.

"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 on others. I wish you all the best for the rest of your career and may God bless your family," said Topuria, making it clear that he is not intimidated by the Portuguese footballer's criticism.

The statements of both athletes have generated a great debate on social networks, with fans of each one defending their positions. While some applaud Topuria's forceful response, others criticize his attitude and believe that he should focus on his sporting career rather than engaging in controversies with figures from other sports.

This clash has highlighted the growing rivalry between football and mixed martial arts, with athletes from both fields expressing their opinions on the different disciplines. Additionally, it has shown that Topuria is a fighter who is not afraid to confront anyone, both inside and outside the octagon