Winner of Umar vs Sandhagen probably getting promised a title shot and marketed for it. Fighting Ilia is a no Brainer, boosts Seans brand, he risks nothing and stands to gain a lot with a win or even just a formidable performance. Should the UFC allow two champs who have a combined 1 defense between them to fight? Of course not but if they do, Omalley probably jumps at the opportunity. Meanwhile Ilia has no real challengers besides Max (if he wins vs Gaethje) or Evloev (who he doesn't want to fight)...or the most tired matchup of Ortega getting violated by the 3rd FW champ he's faced.