The heavy price Ilia Topuria paid after his latest fight with Justin Gaethje. The former champion appears lying down with his face completely swollen, several cuts, and visible bruises.
The fight was an all-out war. For several rounds, Topuria exchanged powerful blows with his rival, taking constant punishment to the head and face. Although he managed to stay on his feet and keep competing.
As for his recovery, this type of injury usually requires several weeks of rest and medical monitoring. Cuts and bruises normally heal over time.
But specialists must also rule out facial fractures, eye damage, or any consequences resulting from the blows he received. So far, no serious long-term aftereffects have been reported.