Ilia Topuria and Giorgina Uzcategui Badell’s crack in their relationship was presumed when ‘El Matador’ announced that he would not compete in the first quarter of 2026. However, the majority of fans were unaware of the details of their divorce, that is, until now. Some crucial details related to the couple’s separation timeline have been revealed recently.

“The couple decided to split in August. Negotiations over the breakup began, based solely on the financial demands Giorgina put on the table. In late October / early November, Ilia Topuria filed a civil separation lawsuit, with terms said to be reasonable and focused on shared matters, including their child,” popular MMA social media account Championship Rounds posted on X, which they sourced from Spanish journalist Isabel Rábago.

“After being notified of the separation filing, Giorgina began looking for a lawyer to represent her, at which point she alleged she was a victim of abuse. She claimed to have evidence that would put Ilia in a ‘very difficult position’,” Championship Rounds’ post read.

A few days ago, Ilia Topuria posted on Instagram that he was threatened with false domestic ab**e allegations unless certain financial demands were met. Furthermore, the 155 lbs champ also revealed that he and his team have evidence ready, and they are going to present it in court.

Now, Championship Rounds’ post confirmed this fact and unveiled more details, claiming that Topuria reportedly agreed to meet all the financial demands raised by Giorgina, which they described as extremely high. But in a surprising twist, the post also unveiled that Giorgina filed an abuse complaint only after she found out Topuria had filed for a civil separation. Moreover, their report also details that despite Topuria facing abuse allegations, he has yet to face any legal ramifications, such as arrest or a restraining order.

“She demanded a large sum of money from Ilia in exchange for not pursuing the ab**e complaint. Her financial demands were extremely high, with Ilia agreeing to all requests. The moment she found out about the separation filing, she formally filed an ab**e complaint. Despite this, no restraining order, arrest, or official notification has been issued against Ilia. Giorgina tried for months to make this story public and even considered making a public appearance,” the post further noted.

Now, as Ilia Topuria and Giorgina Uzacategui Badell’s divorce is getting more strenuous, only time will tell what the legal verdict conveys. However, back in the combat sports world, ‘El Matador’s bitter rival has decided to clear a big misunderstanding.  

Colby Covington catches stray as Paddy Pimblett clears up Ilia Topuria misconception

Looking at Ilia Topuria’s difficult personal situation, Paddy Pimblett broke his character and wished his bitter rival well. Fans definitely appreciated the Liverpudlian for supporting Topuria in his vulnerable moment, but a doubt also lingered. Has ‘The Baddy’ suddenly offered a hand in friendship? Well, ahead of his UFC 324 bout, Pimblett cleared the air about him wishing Topuria well, while lambasting Colby Covington in the process.

“I still hate him, and I know he still hates me. We still dislike each other, we still want to batter each other, but that’s in the cage. Family is different. I’d never, ever talk about someone’s family, and I know he wouldn’t talk about mine. He’s just not that way inclined. We’re not pieces of s–t like Colby Covington. It’s nothing to do with our families once we get in there.” Pimblett told The Independent.

Here, Paddy definitely kept the competitive spirit alive between him and the Georgian Spaniard. But while doing so, he also took a cheeky shot at Colby Covington for bringing family into trash talk. Famously, ‘Chaos’ passed a harsh comment on Leon Edwards’ father at the UFC 296 pre-fight presser, for which he faced a huge backlash. So, the Englishman projected that fact that he isn’t remotely like the American.

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That said, as Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje are ready to collide at UFC 324, do you think the UFC would turn from an interim to an undisputed belt? Inspecting Ilia Topuria’s situation, it’s very possible that his hiatus might extend. So, we actually don’t know when the lightweight champ’s going to defend his belt.

In that case, do you think Dana White would make this ultimate decision? Let us know in the comments section below.