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Conor McGregor calls out ‘wannabe’ featherweight champ Ilia Topuria

Wannabe 

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Dustin Poirier intrigued with Ilia Topuria’s potential move to lightweight

Hear me out 

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Ilia Topuria claims he is moving on from featherweight, targets #1 contender bout with Charles Oliveira at lightweight

Will it happen? 

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Josh Emmett won’t give up on UFC title run, wants Ilia Topuria rematch ‘more than anything’

Josh Emmett wants to work his way to a position where he can run things back with Ilia Topuria. 

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Ilia Topuria done with featherweight, wants Charles Oliveira fight
Ilia Topuria done with featherweight, wants Charles Oliveira fight

Ilia Topuria is done at featherweight and wants to compete against Charles Oliveira at lightweight. 

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UFC champ Ilia Topuria hints at vacating title, wants Charles Oliveira at lightweight
UFC champ Ilia Topuria hints at vacating title, wants Charles Oliveira at lightweight

Ilia Topuria is ready to leave featherweight – and his belt – behind for a move to the UFC lightweight division. 

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Islam Makhachev shoots down Ilia Topuria title fight: ‘I’m tired of giving chances to small guys’
Islam Makhachev shoots down Ilia Topuria title fight: ‘I’m tired of giving chances to small guys’

Islam Makhachev | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Islam Makhachev doesn’t want to fight any more featherweights. Next month, Makhachev will defend his lightweight title… 

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UFC champ Ilia Topuria wants lightweight title shot vs. Islam Makhachev
UFC champ Ilia Topuria wants lightweight title shot vs. Islam Makhachev

UFC star Ilia Topuria wants a shot at Islam Makhachev in a champion vs. champion fight. 

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Islam Makhachev doesn’t feel great about potential Ilia Topuria fight
Islam Makhachev doesn’t feel great about potential Ilia Topuria fight

Islam Makhachev doesn’t see much to gain from fighting fellow UFC champion Ilia Topuria. 

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Ilia Topuria speaks on ‘idol’ Conor McGregor’s downfall
Ilia Topuria speaks on ‘idol’ Conor McGregor’s downfall

Ilia Topuria didn’t mince his words when discussing Conor McGregor’s rapid decline from his heyday. 

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Charles Oliveira cautions Ilia Topuria against moving up to lightweight: “This is a very tough division”

Do you agree? 

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Charles Oliveira cautions UFC champion Ilia Topuria about lightweight move

Charles Oliveira praised Ilia Topuria, but says a lightweight move won’t be easy. 

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Charles Oliveira warns Ilia Topuria about lightweight move: ‘You have to be very careful’
Charles Oliveira warns Ilia Topuria about lightweight move: ‘You have to be very careful’

Ahead of his own pivotal clash at UFC 309 this weekend, Charles Oliveira has warned featherweight titleholder, Ilia Topuria… 

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Ilia Topuria’s coach Jorge Climent: Potential Paddy Pimblett fight would be ‘abuse’

Ilia Topuria’s coach Jorge Climent doesn’t think Paddy Pimblett has the quality to compete against the UFC featherweight champion. 

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UFC legend thinks Ilia Topuria is on pace to surpass Conor McGregor’s stardom

Surpass? 

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Chael Sonnen: It won’t take long for Ilia Topuria to surpass Conor McGregor as UFC’s biggest star
Chael Sonnen: It won’t take long for Ilia Topuria to surpass Conor McGregor as UFC’s biggest star

Chael Sonnen thinks Ilia Topuria has the potential to become a bigger star than Conor McGregor. 

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Islam Makhachev’s coach doubts Ilia Topuria’s submission claim: ‘Come to Dagestan’
Islam Makhachev’s coach doubts Ilia Topuria’s submission claim: ‘Come to Dagestan’

Following claims from unbeaten featherweight champion, Ilia Topuria that he would become the first fighter to submit undisputed lightweight… 

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Alexander Volkanovski’s coach against Ilia Topuria’s pursuit for two UFC titles: ‘You’re just holding up divisions’
Alexander Volkanovski’s coach against Ilia Topuria’s pursuit for two UFC titles: ‘You’re just holding up divisions’

Alexander Volkanovski’s coach, Joe Lopez, doesn’t think UFC featherweight champ Ilia Topuria has earned the right to fight for a second belt just yet. 

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UFC commentator Joe Rogan dubs Ilia Topuria as being MMA’s new “high water mark”

High praise 

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Ilia Topuria’s mother says it was a “daily routine” for ‘El Matador’ to fight in the streets: “It was not rare”

Wow 

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Max Holloway confirms lightweight move after UFC 308 loss to Ilia Topuria: ‘155, here we come’
Max Holloway confirms lightweight move after UFC 308 loss to Ilia Topuria: ‘155, here we come’

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Max Holloway’s featherweight run appears to be over. “Blessed” recently challenged for the UFC’s 145-pound title at UFC 308 and… 

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Ilia Topuria responds to Cristiano Ronaldo criticism, Max Holloway pick
Ilia Topuria responds to Cristiano Ronaldo criticism, Max Holloway pick

Cristiano Ronaldo | Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images Ilia Topuria has already beaten a couple of legends, so why not go toe-to-toe with one more?… 

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Eddie Alvarez claims Ilia Topuria once knocked out three Kill Cliff FC fighters in training
Eddie Alvarez claims Ilia Topuria once knocked out three Kill Cliff FC fighters in training

Eddie Alvarez gave insight on just how much power UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria packs. 

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TJ Dillashaw explains what went wrong for Max Holloway in UFC 308 KO loss to Ilia Topuria

Costly Mistake 

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Diego Lopes makes his case for the next crack at Ilia Topuria and offers to fight him in Spain: “This fight will be a renewal”

This would be huge 

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T.J. Dillashaw: Max Holloway ‘got too comfortable’ vs. Ilia Topuria at UFC 308
T.J. Dillashaw: Max Holloway ‘got too comfortable’ vs. Ilia Topuria at UFC 308

T.J. Dillashaw thinks Max Holloway wasn’t defensively responsible enough against Ilia Topuria at UFC 308. 

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Diego Lopes wants UFC title shot vs. Ilia Topuria, promises car crash fight: ‘I won’t be backing up’

Diego Lopes makes his case to be the next challenger for UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria. 

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Ilia Topuria inspired UFC Edmonton’s Aiemann Zahabi to give Pedro Munhoz first stoppage loss

Aiemann Zahabi hopes to follow in Ilia Topuria’s footsteps and finish one of the most durable fighters in history at UFC Edmonton. 

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Coach Jorge Climent wants Ilia Topuria to challenge Islam Makhachev for UFC lightweight title

After UFC 308, Ilia Topuria’s coach Jorge Climent wants Islam Makhachev next for his pupil 

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Sean O’Malley still gives Ilia Topuria problems in UFC fight, says coach Tim Welch

Still A Problem 

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After UFC 308, Tim Welch still believes Sean O’Malley would give Ilia Topuria problems

Tim Welch’s opinion on Sean O’Malley being a tough stylistic matchup for Ilia Topuria hasn’t changed after UFC 308. 

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Former champ Aljamain Sterling faces fan backlash after claiming he can beat Ilia Topuria
Former champ Aljamain Sterling faces fan backlash after claiming he can beat Ilia Topuria

Ahead of his return to action in December, former bantamweight champion, Aljamain Sterling has come under fire from fans… 

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Morning Report: Sean O’Malley’s coach believes ‘Suga’ presents big problems for Ilia Topuria
Morning Report: Sean O’Malley’s coach believes ‘Suga’ presents big problems for Ilia Topuria

Sean O’Malley | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Sean O’Malley’s coach Tim Welch believes his fighter is a tough matchup for Ilia Topuria. This past… 

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Opinion: Alex Volkanovski is the Logical Choice for Ilia Topuria’s Next Opponent
Opinion: Alex Volkanovski is the Logical Choice for Ilia Topuria’s Next Opponent

Ilia Topuria gave UFC fans a surreal visual when he became the first man to knock out Max Holloway at UFC 308 last Saturday. After… 

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Dana White ponders decision to leave BMF title out of Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway fight at UFC 308

Regret? 

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Daniel Cormier names Ilia Topuria as ‘Fighter of the Year’ over Alex Pereira – Here’s why
Daniel Cormier names Ilia Topuria as ‘Fighter of the Year’ over Alex Pereira – Here’s why

Amid the ongoing debate regarding the end of the year Fighter awards, unbeaten featherweight champion, Ilia Topuria has been… 

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Javier Mendez doesn’t think Ilia Topuria can hang with Islam Makhachev on the ground
Javier Mendez doesn’t think Ilia Topuria can hang with Islam Makhachev on the ground

Javier Mendez doesn’t think it would be wise for Ilia Topuria to go to the mat with Islam Makhachev in a fight. 

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Alexander Volkanovski believes Ilia Topuria could KO Islam Makhachev if he tries champ-champ status

KO 

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Daniel Cormier makes case for Ilia Topuria as Fighter of the Year over Alex Pereira

Daniel Cormier argues that Ilia Topuria’s 2024 was more impressive than Alex Pereira’s. Is he wrong? 

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Ilia Topuria should be 2024 ‘Fighter of the Year,’ says former UFC veteran Matt Brown

Fighter of the Year? 

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UFC 308 Mailbag: How long can Ilia Topuria reign over the featherweight division?
UFC 308 Mailbag: How long can Ilia Topuria reign over the featherweight division?

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC UFC 308 took place this past Saturday, with both Ilia Topuria and Khamzat Chimaev delivering incredible performances.… 

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Posted on October 29, 2024, 4:00 pm By
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Sean O’Malley dubs Ilia Topuria ‘a little f*cking Alex Pereira’ after knockout of Max Holloway at UFC 308

Sean O’Malley was in awe of Ilia Topuria’s power at UFC 308. 

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Volkanovski believes Ilia Topuria could KO Islam Makhachev: ‘He can knock anyone out’ in championship showdown
Volkanovski believes Ilia Topuria could KO Islam Makhachev: ‘He can knock anyone out’ in championship showdown

Former undisputed featherweight champion, Alexander Volkanovski has claimed Ilia Topuria could land a shocking win over current lightweight titleholder,… 

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Matt Brown calls Ilia Topuria a ‘lock’ for Fighter of the Year over Alex Pereira: ‘That debate’s pretty well settled’
Matt Brown calls Ilia Topuria a ‘lock’ for Fighter of the Year over Alex Pereira: ‘That debate’s pretty well settled’

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC With three title defenses in just about six months’ time, Alex Pereira appeared destined to win Fighter of the Year… 

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Morning Report: Paddy Pimblett still thinks he can beat Ilia Topuria
Morning Report: Paddy Pimblett still thinks he can beat Ilia Topuria

Paddy Pimblett and Ilia Topuria | Photo by Amy Kaplan/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Paddy Pimblett saw Ilia Topuria make history, and he still wants… 

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Aljamain Sterling confident he can neutralize Ilia Topuria’s offense in future fight: “I’m making it a grappling match”

Future Fight? 

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On To the Next One: What’s next for Ilia Topuria, Khamzat Chimaev after UFC 308?
On To the Next One: What’s next for Ilia Topuria, Khamzat Chimaev after UFC 308?

Ilia Topuria and Khamzat Chimaev both accomplished something that had never been done before at UFC 308 as the rising stars capped off a wild… 

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Paddy Pimblett remains confident he could beat “hand sanitizer boy” Ilia Topuria after watching UFC 308: “I still think I beat him”

Do you agree? 

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Max Holloway issues statement following KO loss to Ilia Topuria at UFC 308: “We on our way to a new destination”

The comeback begins 

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Ilia Topuria sends blunt warning to Conor McGregor amid deleted social media posts

Harsh Warning 

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UFC 308 post-event facts: Ilia Topuria brings Max Holloway’s record run without being KO’d to screeching halt
UFC 308 post-event facts: Ilia Topuria brings Max Holloway’s record run without being KO’d to screeching halt

The best facts to come out of UFC 308, which saw Max Holloway finally get knocked out by Ilia Topuria in his 30th octagon appearance. 

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Dustin Poirier calls for fights with Ilia Topuria, Max Holloway
Dustin Poirier calls for fights with Ilia Topuria, Max Holloway

Dustin Poirier | Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images Dustin Poirier was watching UFC 308 and the thrilling event gave him some ideas for his next… 

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Dana White strongly implies Ilia Topuria vs. Alexander Volkanovski 2 is next

Rematch? 

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Conor McGregor and Ilia Topuria clash following UFC 308
Conor McGregor and Ilia Topuria clash following UFC 308

Conor McGregor and Ilia Topuria continued to butt heads in the aftermath of UFC 308. 

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Ilia Topuria’s Five Best UFC Knockouts as ‘El Matador’ Continues His Reign
Ilia Topuria’s Five Best UFC Knockouts as ‘El Matador’ Continues His Reign

In case you were still wondering just how good Ilia Topuria is, UFC 308 served as definitive proof that… 

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Sean Shelby’s Shoes: What’s next for Ilia Topuria after UFC 308 title defense?

The Ilia Topuria era is officially underway after his UFC 308 knockout of Max Holloway: Who is most capable giving him his first loss? 

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Daniel Cormier reveals hilarious chat with Ilia Topuria following UFC 308

Zing! 

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Alexander Volkanovski says UFC 308 cage entry was his idea, willing to fight Ilia Topuria in Spain
Alexander Volkanovski says UFC 308 cage entry was his idea, willing to fight Ilia Topuria in Spain

Following UFC 308, Alexander Volkanovski explains why he chose to enter the cage and gives his thoughts on a rematch vs. Ilia Topuria. 

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Max Holloway Reveals Post-Fight Exchange with Ilia Topuria, Shares Thoughts on ‘El Matador’s’ Trash Talk
Max Holloway Reveals Post-Fight Exchange with Ilia Topuria, Shares Thoughts on ‘El Matador’s’ Trash Talk

Leading into UFC 308, ‘El Matador’ Ilia Topuria shared some trash talk against ‘Blessed’ Max Holloway. Once the cage… 

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Ilia Topuria declares himself the new BMF champion

A new BMF king? 

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Dustin Poirier offers to fight Ilia Topuria, Max Holloway in final walk after stunning UFC 308 win
Dustin Poirier offers to fight Ilia Topuria, Max Holloway in final walk after stunning UFC 308 win

Former interim lightweight titleholder, Dustin Poirier has suggested two notable foes for his final Octagon walk next year —… 

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Dana White expects Ilia Topuria vs. Alexander Volkanovski 2 next: ‘Who wouldn’t want to see it again?’
Dana White expects Ilia Topuria vs. Alexander Volkanovski 2 next: ‘Who wouldn’t want to see it again?’

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria likely has a familiar foe awaiting him for his second title defense. After becoming the first person to… 

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UFC 308 Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay: Ilia Topuria’s $42,000 leads card
UFC 308 Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay: Ilia Topuria’s $42,000 leads card

Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway combined for $74,000 of the Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay for UFC 308. 

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Max Holloway questions Ilia Topuria parading around with UFC and ‘BMF’ titles, Topuria responds
Max Holloway questions Ilia Topuria parading around with UFC and ‘BMF’ titles, Topuria responds

@SportsCenter, Twitter Max Holloway was the “BMF” champion. Ilia Topuria knocked him out. So Topuria is the BMF champion now, right? Apparently it’s not that… 

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Ilia Topuria unofficially gives himself new ‘BMF’ champ status after UFC 308 KO of Max Holloway

After stopping Max Holloway, Ilia Topuria declared himself the UFC’s new “BMF” champion. 

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Dana White indicates Ilia Topuria vs. Alexander Volkanovski 2 likely next UFC featherweight title fight

How do you say no to Alexander Volkanovski is the question Dana White asked the media after UFC 308. 

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Max Holloway promises UFC 308 loss to Ilia Topuria ‘not a funeral’, teases next move

Despite losing at UFC 308, Max Holloway addressed the media about Ilia Topuria’s knockout and what his next move might be. 

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Conor McGregor offers to fight Ilia Topuria after stunning UFC 308 knockout: ‘Call me’
Conor McGregor offers to fight Ilia Topuria after stunning UFC 308 knockout: ‘Call me’

Off the back of Ilia Topuria’s stunning knockout stoppage over former champion, Max Holloway at UFC 308 tonight in… 

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UFC 308 bonuses: Khamzat Chimaev, Ilia Topuria lead list of 5 award winners
UFC 308 bonuses: Khamzat Chimaev, Ilia Topuria lead list of 5 award winners

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Khamzat Chimaev and Ilia Topuria were both rewarded handsomely for pulling off nigh-impossible feats. The two headlining bouts of UFC… 

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Ilia Topuria delivers stunning knockout to finish Max Holloway in UFC 308 main event
Ilia Topuria delivers stunning knockout to finish Max Holloway in UFC 308 main event

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria did what no one has ever done when he put Max Holloway down and out with a vicious… 

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Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway full fight video highlights
Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway full fight video highlights

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Watch Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway full fight video highlights from their UFC 308 main event showdown Sunday night, courtesy… 

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‘Best boxer I’ve ever seen in MMA gloves’: Pros react to Ilia Topuria’s unbelievable knockout of Max Holloway at UFC 308
‘Best boxer I’ve ever seen in MMA gloves’: Pros react to Ilia Topuria’s unbelievable knockout of Max Holloway at UFC 308

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria is the best featherweight in the world and maybe the best boxer that MMA has ever seen. That… 

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UFC 308 results: Ilia Topuria becomes first to knock out Max Holloway, open to granting Volkanovski rematch
UFC 308 results: Ilia Topuria becomes first to knock out Max Holloway, open to granting Volkanovski rematch

Ilia Topuria delivered on his promise of taking out Max Holloway at UFC 308. 

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Ilia Topuria knocks out Max Holloway in UFC 308 main event
Ilia Topuria knocks out Max Holloway in UFC 308 main event

Featherweight champion Ilia Topuria put his title on the line for the first time on Saturday in the UFC 308 main event against former champ… 

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Ilia Topuria def. Max Holloway at UFC 308: Best photos from Abu Dhabi
Ilia Topuria def. Max Holloway at UFC 308: Best photos from Abu Dhabi

Check out the best photos from Ilia Topuria’s third-round knockout win over Max Holloway at UFC 308 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. 

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UFC 308 live blog: Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway
UFC 308 live blog: Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway

Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway face off ahead of UFC 308 | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC This is the UFC 308 live blog for… 

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Ilia Topuria sends a message to Max Holloway after intense UFC 308 face-off

Topuria awaits 

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One-Punch KO? Dustin Poirier Weighs In on Ilia Topuria’s Bold Claim for Max Holloway Fight
One-Punch KO? Dustin Poirier Weighs In on Ilia Topuria’s Bold Claim for Max Holloway Fight

Ilia Topuria is confident coming into his title defense against Max Holloway headlining UFC 308. But Dustin Poirier explains… 

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UFC 308: Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway live stream watch party
UFC 308: Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway live stream watch party

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images MMA Fighting has a live stream watch party for Saturday’s UFC 308 event, which takes place at… 

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What time is Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway? Walkout time for UFC 308 main event

Here’s when to expect Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway to make their cage walks at UFC 308. 

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Dana White shuts down Ilia Topuria’s talk of challenging Islam Makhachev at lightweight: “This is his first title defense”

Not Happening 

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Video: UFC 308 cold open features Max Holloway’s surge toward Ilia Topuria

The UFC returns to Abu Dhabi on Saturday with a superstar atop the lineup in an attempt to recapture a title that used belong to… 

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UFC 308 Preview Show: Can Max Holloway upset Ilia Topuria and reclaim featherweight gold?
UFC 308 Preview Show: Can Max Holloway upset Ilia Topuria and reclaim featherweight gold?

Max Holloway | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC UFC 308 goes down this Saturday, headlined by the long-awaited featherweight title matchup between Ilia Topuria and… 

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UFC 308 predictions: Are we leaning upset in Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway?
UFC 308 predictions: Are we leaning upset in Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway?

Check out our staff members’ picks and analysis for UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi. 

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Belal Muhammad mocks Ilia Topuria’s triple champ dreams: ‘Napoleon syndrome’
Belal Muhammad mocks Ilia Topuria’s triple champ dreams: ‘Napoleon syndrome’

Undisputed welterweight champion, Belal Muhammad has poked fun at the three-title win aspirations of UFC 308 headliner, Ilia Topuria… 

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UFC 308 ‘Embedded,’ No. 5: Max Holloway examines history of Ilia Topuria rivalry with broadcast team

Max Holloway sits down with the UFC 308 broadcast team to talk Ilia Topuria – and brings receipts to his case for himself. 

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UFC 308 video: Max Holloway nods through Ilia Topuria’s chatter in final title fight faceoff

The final faceoff between Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway before Saturday’s UFC 308 title fight will give you goosebumps. 

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Pros predict Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway UFC 308 main event
Pros predict Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway UFC 308 main event

Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway will square off in the UFC 308 main event. | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC The anticipated clash between Ilia… 

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UFC 308 weigh-in results: Ilia Topuria, Max Holloway on point, Khamzat Chimaev cuts it close
UFC 308 weigh-in results: Ilia Topuria, Max Holloway on point, Khamzat Chimaev cuts it close

Max Holloway | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway are a day away from one of the most highly anticipated fights… 

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Belal Muhammad dismisses Ilia Topuria’s three-division champion claim: “Short guys always act like they’re tough”

Brushed Off 

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UFC 308 video: Max Holloway teaches Ilia Topuria about etiquette after being interrupted

Max Holloway didn’t appreciate how Ilia Topuria conducted himself, so he let him know about it. 

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Dustin Poirier thinks Ilia Topuria’s KO prediction of Max Holloway is “almost impossible”

Do you agree? 

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Belal Muhammad laughs off Ilia Topuria revealing plans to become 3 division champ: ‘Dude’s got Napoleon syndrome’
Belal Muhammad laughs off Ilia Topuria revealing plans to become 3 division champ: ‘Dude’s got Napoleon syndrome’

Photo by Mike Roach/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad never backs down from a challenge but he’s not going to seriously… 

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UFC 308 faceoff video: Ilia Topuria does all the talking with Max Holloway at press conference

Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway brought some intense energy to their faceoff at the UFC 308 pre-fight press conference. 

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UFC 308 press conference staredowns: Ilia Topuria laughs in Max Holloway’s face ahead of main event
UFC 308 press conference staredowns: Ilia Topuria laughs in Max Holloway’s face ahead of main event

Ilia Topuria’s confidence continued to show in his first face-to-face with Max Holloway ahead of their UFC featherweight championship clash. Topuria and Holloway will close… 

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Ilia Topuria’s Tattoos and Their Meaning – Crazy Conor McGregor Resemblance
Ilia Topuria’s Tattoos and Their Meaning – Crazy Conor McGregor Resemblance

A reoccurring topic that is often brought up amongst fans is Ilia Topuria’s tattoos and their meaning and their… 

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UFC 308 | Pro fighters make their picks for Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway title fight

Fighter picks 

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Ilia Topuria doubts Max Holloway will challenge him to brawl at UFC 308: ‘He’s already backing out’

Ilia Topuria doesn’t think Max Holloway will invite him to the middle of the cage at UFC 308. 

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Alexander Volkanovski wants Ilia Topuria rematch in Sydney in ‘perfect world’; Topuria shuts it down

Alexander Volkanovski hopes he can get the opportunity to rematch Ilia Topuria at UFC 312, but that doesn’t look good. 

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Ilia Topuria’s bold aspirations: Dominating three UFC weight classes
Ilia Topuria’s bold aspirations: Dominating three UFC weight classes

Whilst making his plans to compete for a second crown at the lightweight limit after UFC 308, unbeaten star,… 

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