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Ilia Topuria promises ‘domination’ at UFC 317 after fiery final faceoff with Charles Oliveira
Ilia Topuria promises ‘domination’ at UFC 317 after fiery final faceoff with Charles Oliveira

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria’s overwhelming confidence for UFC 317 continued into his final faceoff with Charles Oliveira, and his interview on stage… 

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Israel Adesanya makes UFC 317 prediction for Charles Oliveira vs. Ilia Topuria

Izzy’s Pick 

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UFC 317 weigh-in results: Ilia Topuria set for title fight despite strange commission error
UFC 317 weigh-in results: Ilia Topuria set for title fight despite strange commission error

Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria’s return to the lightweight division hit the slightest of snags. The former featherweight champion was first to step… 

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UFC 317 main event weigh-in video: Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira
UFC 317 main event weigh-in video: Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira

The UFC 317 main event fighters, Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira, made their lightweight title fight official each weighing 155 pounds. 

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Morning Report: Max Holloway says you can’t count out Charles Oliveira against Ilia Topuria at UFC 317
Morning Report: Max Holloway says you can’t count out Charles Oliveira against Ilia Topuria at UFC 317

Charles Oliveira and Max Holloway | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Max Holloway says fans shouldn’t count Charles Oliveira out against… 

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Former UFC champion shares grim prediction for Charles Oliveira’s fight against Ilia Topuria

Bad Ending? 

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Morning Report: Islam Makhachev explains timing of welterweight move, shrugs off Ilia Topuria talk
Morning Report: Islam Makhachev explains timing of welterweight move, shrugs off Ilia Topuria talk

Islam Makhachev | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Islam Makhachev sees no need to compete at lightweight anytime soon. The reigning 155-pound champion soon vacates… 

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Ilia Topuria reveals ‘easiest path’ for Paddy Pimblett to secure next title shot 
Ilia Topuria reveals ‘easiest path’ for Paddy Pimblett to secure next title shot 

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria expects to become the new lightweight champion at UFC 317, and he’s already plotting out potential matchups for… 

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Charles Oliveira expects Ilia Topuria to “fold” at UFC 317: “This is for my legacy”

Fold 

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Former Charles Oliveira opponent reveals key to defeating Ilia Topuria at UFC 317

Key to Victory 

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UFC 317 | Pro fighters make their picks for Ilia Topuria vs Charles Oliveira title fight

Fighters pick 

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UFC 317: Newcomer steps in last minute to save bout on Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira fight card
UFC 317: Newcomer steps in last minute to save bout on Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira fight card

Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC UFC 317 has another change just days before the pay-per-view event. The promotion announced that Sedriques Dumas is out of… 

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Arman Tsarukyan takes aim at Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC 317: “I’m the worst possible matchup for you”

Bad matchup 

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Charles Oliveira believes he’s a better striker than Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC 317: “I’ve got heavy hands”

Heavy hands 

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Ilia Topuria rips Arman Tsarukyan for being backup fighter at UFC 317, Tsarukyan responds
Ilia Topuria rips Arman Tsarukyan for being backup fighter at UFC 317, Tsarukyan responds

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Aldara Zarraoa/Getty Images Tension is starting to build between Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan. This Saturday, Topuria faces off with… 

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Ilia Topuria on Makhachev’s Future: “He’s Not Scared – He’s Just Done Cutting Weight”
Ilia Topuria on Makhachev’s Future: “He’s Not Scared – He’s Just Done Cutting Weight”

Former UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria recently made an appearance on the Ariel Helwani show, ahead of his showdown… 

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Video: Justin Gaethje waiting on winner of Charles Oliveira vs. Ilia Topuria at UFC 317
Video: Justin Gaethje waiting on winner of Charles Oliveira vs. Ilia Topuria at UFC 317

Justin Gaethje | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC NEW YORK CITY — Justin Gaethje says his next fight “has to be the champion.” Speaking with… 

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Ilia Topuria confirms that he decided to leave featherweight division before fighting Max Holloway

El Matador’s plan 

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Paths to victory: Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira
Paths to victory: Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira

Ilia Topuria is set to face Charles Oliveira at UFC 317, headlining International Fight Week on June 27, with the vacant lightweight title on the… 

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UFC Commentator Laura Sanko Warns About Getting Swept Up By The Sexiness of Ilia Topuria
UFC Commentator Laura Sanko Warns About Getting Swept Up By The Sexiness of Ilia Topuria

Move over, Shavkat. Laura Sanko found a new UFC star to swoon over. After dominating the featherweight division with… 

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Ilia Topuria echoes prediction of KO win over Ilia Topuria at UFC 317: ‘All he has to do is show up’
Ilia Topuria echoes prediction of KO win over Ilia Topuria at UFC 317: ‘All he has to do is show up’

Unbeaten finishing ace, Ilia Topuria has vowed to score his third straight title fight knockout this weekend at UFC… 

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UFC 317 full broadcast team revealed ahead of Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira
UFC 317 full broadcast team revealed ahead of Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira

Photo by Ed Mulholland/Zuffa LLC The full broadcast team for UFC 317 on Saturday is set as the promotion returns to Las Vegas for the… 

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Ilia Topuria shares bold prediction for Charles Oliveira fight at UFC 317

Prediction 

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UFC 317 headliner Ilia Topuria trashes Conor McGregor for punching man in night club

Shots fired 

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UFC 317 roundtable: What happens if Ilia Topuria loses?
UFC 317 roundtable: What happens if Ilia Topuria loses?

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Aldara Zarraoa/Getty Images Ilia Topuria has the golden opportunity he wanted, but UFC 317 could turn out to be a… 

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Posted on June 23, 2025, 1:00 pm By
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Dana White reacts to Ilia Topuria mentioning possible move to 170 to fight Islam Makhachev

Not So Fast 

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Ilia Topuria claims he could move to welterweight to chase Islam Makhachev
Ilia Topuria claims he could move to welterweight to chase Islam Makhachev

UFC star Ilia Topuria has claimed that he could move to welterweight in order to hunt down a fight… 

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Ilia Topuria reveals he’s willing to move to UFC’s welterweight division

Let’s go 

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Ilia Topuria explains why he’ll finish Charles Oliveira in the first round
Ilia Topuria explains why he’ll finish Charles Oliveira in the first round

Former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria faces former lightweight titleholder Charles Oliveira in the UFC 317 main event. 

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UFC 317: Two new bouts finalize Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira fight card
UFC 317: Two new bouts finalize Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira fight card

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC The UFC’s annual International Fight Week card is now official. On Friday, the promotion announced two new bouts for UFC… 

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Ilia Topuria ‘going to push’ for UFC welterweight title shot if Islam Makhachev becomes champ
Ilia Topuria ‘going to push’ for UFC welterweight title shot if Islam Makhachev becomes champ

Photo by Borja B. Hojas/Getty Images Ilia Topuria knows he has a big fight ahead of him at UFC 317, but if he becomes a… 

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Ilia Topuria feels lightweight move already paying off ahead of UFC 317

Instant Improvement 

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Charles Oliveira unfazed by Ilia Topuria’s trash talk: ‘I see that and just laugh’
Charles Oliveira unfazed by Ilia Topuria’s trash talk: ‘I see that and just laugh’

Charles Oliveira | Photo by Mike Roach/Zuffa LLC Charles Oliveira is no stranger to being target of trash talk in MMA so he’s fine with… 

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Charles Oliveira Fires Back at Ilia Topuria’s “Pillow” Taunt Before Huge UFC 317 Fight: “You’ve Seen This Soap Opera Before”
Charles Oliveira Fires Back at Ilia Topuria’s “Pillow” Taunt Before Huge UFC 317 Fight: “You’ve Seen This Soap Opera Before”

UFC star Charles Oliveira has hit back at Ilia Topuria for telling him to “bring the pillow” to their… 

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Arman Tsarukyan backing up UFC 317 main event between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira
Arman Tsarukyan backing up UFC 317 main event between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira

Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Arman Tsarukyan is still awaiting his next assignment inside the octagon, but he’s got an important job awaiting him at… 

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‘I reckon I proper hurt him’: Paddy Pimblett confident he’d beat Ilia Topuria in UFC ‘money fight’
‘I reckon I proper hurt him’: Paddy Pimblett confident he’d beat Ilia Topuria in UFC ‘money fight’

Sam Navarro-Imagn Images Paddy Pimblett is rooting for Ilia Topuria to become lightweight champion this month. Topuria faces former champ Charles Oliveira for the vacant… 

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Ilia Topuria explains why he decided to stop fighting at featherweight
Ilia Topuria explains why he decided to stop fighting at featherweight

UFC star Ilia Topuria has explained why he’s decided to make the move from featherweight up to lightweight. As… 

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Posted on June 16, 2025, 3:03 pm By
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Paddy Pimblett reveals huge mistake Ilia Topuria’s opponents make

Crucial Error 

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Ilia Topuria reveals true reason he moved up to UFC lightweight division

Real Reason 

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Ilia Topuria explains why he had to stop making featherweight cut: ‘I didn’t want to suffer anymore’
Ilia Topuria explains why he had to stop making featherweight cut: ‘I didn’t want to suffer anymore’

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria’s featherweight days could be done for good. “El Matador” went on a legendary run at… 

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Charles Oliveira reveals fight style warning ahead of Ilia Topuria fight
Charles Oliveira reveals fight style warning ahead of Ilia Topuria fight

UFC star Charles Oliveira has received a warning from UFC commentator Michael Bisping ahead of his fight with Ilia… 

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Ilia Topuria sends a message to Charles Oliveira in new training footage

He’s ready 

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Michael Bisping issues warning regarding Charles Oliveira’s style vs Ilia Topuria

Do you agree? 

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Ilia Topuria expects first round KO win over Charles Oliveira at UFC 317: ‘He has no mobility’
Ilia Topuria expects first round KO win over Charles Oliveira at UFC 317: ‘He has no mobility’

Former undisputed featherweight champion, Ilia Topuria has laid out his expectations for his showdown with Charles Oliveira at the… 

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Ilia Topuria names ‘pain in the ass’ UFC contender who he wants to fight

Grudge Match? 

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Ilia Topuria would gladly choose Paddy Pimblett for next fight: ‘I hate him’
Ilia Topuria would gladly choose Paddy Pimblett for next fight: ‘I hate him’

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria is two weeks away from his UFC 317 clash with Charles Oliveira that could end… 

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Michael Bisping concerned Charles Oliveira’s fight style could play into Ilia Topuria’s hand
Michael Bisping concerned Charles Oliveira’s fight style could play into Ilia Topuria’s hand

Former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria and former lightweight titleholder Charles Oliveira headline UFC 317 for the vacant 155-pound title. 

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Ilia Topuria doesn’t care who’s next if he wins lightweight title at UFC 317

Not Concerned 

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Ilia Topuria warned Charles Oliveira may expose him at UFC 317: ‘He can get him to the clinch’
Ilia Topuria warned Charles Oliveira may expose him at UFC 317: ‘He can get him to the clinch’

Unbeaten knockout artist, Ilia Topuria has been warned Charles Oliveira may have the particular tools to expose him in… 

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Ilia Topuria teases finish of Charles Oliveira at UFC 317: ‘Submitting him or knocking him out?’
Ilia Topuria teases finish of Charles Oliveira at UFC 317: ‘Submitting him or knocking him out?’

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria doesn’t expect Charles Oliveira to go the distance with him at UFC 317. “El Matador”… 

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Demetrious Johnson gives his thoughts on how Ilia Topuria could be beaten

Interesting 

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UFC 317 poster released featuring Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira lightweight title clash
UFC 317 poster released featuring Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira lightweight title clash

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC It’s about to be a new era in the UFC lightweight division, as shown by the promotion’s latest poster reveal… 

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Paddy Pimblett hopes Ilia Topuria calls him out with win at UFC 317, but expects Justin Gaethje fight
Paddy Pimblett hopes Ilia Topuria calls him out with win at UFC 317, but expects Justin Gaethje fight

Paddy Pimblett | Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images Paddy Pimblett doesn’t have his next opponent booked yet, but he’s sure it’s going to be a… 

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Cory Sandhagen shares his thoughts on a potential Ilia Topuria vs. Islam Makhachev matchup: “It’s a hot take”

Interesting 

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Charles Oliveira poses bigger threat to Ilia Topuria than you realize, says UFC contender

Tougher Than You Think 

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UFC 317: Knockout artist Terrance McKinney books opponent for Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira card
UFC 317: Knockout artist Terrance McKinney books opponent for Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira card

Terrance McKinney | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Terrance McKinney continues to roll in 2015. The lightweight knockout artist announced Monday he is set to… 

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Another popular UFC analyst questions Ilia Topuria’s coaching change ahead of UFC 317

Concern? 

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UFC legend questions timing of Ilia Topuria’s split from longtime coaches

“Odd” 

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Charles Oliveira predicts knockout win over Ilia Topuria
Charles Oliveira predicts knockout win over Ilia Topuria

Former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira takes on former featherweight titleholder Ilia Topuria at UFC 317 and predicts a knockout. 

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UFC star Ilia Topuria’s former head coach explains the two parting ways

Interesting 

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Islam Makhachev fires back at UFC analyst over claims of ducking Ilia Topuria

Response 

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Ilia Topuria’s coach confirms split ahead of UFC 317 lightweight title fight
Ilia Topuria’s coach confirms split ahead of UFC 317 lightweight title fight

Former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria split with his team ahead of his UFC 317 lightweight title fight against former champion Charles Oliveira. 

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MMA Divisional Rankings: What do Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria’s moves mean for the UFC’s future?
MMA Divisional Rankings: What do Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria’s moves mean for the UFC’s future?

Islam Makhachev | Photo by Harry How/Getty Images After a slow start to the year, UFC fans were treated to a couple of titles changing… 

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Charles Oliveira predicts stoppage win over Ilia Topuria in title fight at UFC 317: ‘I’ll knock him out’
Charles Oliveira predicts stoppage win over Ilia Topuria in title fight at UFC 317: ‘I’ll knock him out’

Former undisputed lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira remains supremely confident of regaining the divisional crown in his vacant title charge… 

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Ilia Topuria’s former head coach explains parting of ways before UFC 317: ‘He wants to fly away’
Ilia Topuria’s former head coach explains parting of ways before UFC 317: ‘He wants to fly away’

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria’s longtime head coach Jorge Climent has officially confirmed a mutual parting of the ways ahead of Topuria’s opportunity… 

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Charles Oliveira makes first prediction for UFC 317 title fight with Ilia Topuria

Bold prediction 

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Morning Report | Jean Silva certain he can mimic Ilia Topuria for Charles Oliveira camp: ‘I can do everything he does’
Morning Report | Jean Silva certain he can mimic Ilia Topuria for Charles Oliveira camp: ‘I can do everything he does’

Jean Silva | Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images Charles Oliveira might have a not-so-secret weapon to utilize against Ilia Topuria. Top featherweight Jean Silva has… 

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Retired UFC star surprised by claims that Islam Makhachev avoided Ilia Topuria fight

“Doesn’t Make Sense” 

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Ilia Topuria parts ways with longtime coaches ahead of UFC 317 lightweight title fight
Ilia Topuria parts ways with longtime coaches ahead of UFC 317 lightweight title fight

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria is changing things up ahead of his bid to win a second divisional UFC title.… 

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Ilia Topuria has severe flaws in his game ahead of Charles Oliveira fight, says emerging UFC star

Major Flaws? 

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Paddy Pimblett questions Ilia Topuria’s UFC resume as rivalry heats up

The feud continues 

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Ilia Topuria splits with long-time coach ahead of bid for second UFC title

Making changes 

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UFC star Paddy Pimblett has a specific technique in mind for potential Ilia Topuria fight

Sneak peek 

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Popular UFC analyst thinks Islam Makhachev ducked Ilia Topuria

Ducked? 

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Former UFC champion explains big worry for Charles Oliveira in Ilia Topuria fight

A warning for Do Bronx 

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Aljamain Sterling: ‘It’s a bad night’ for Charles Oliveira if Ilia Topuria finds his chin
Aljamain Sterling: ‘It’s a bad night’ for Charles Oliveira if Ilia Topuria finds his chin

Charles Oliveira | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Aljamain Sterling respects Ilia Topuria’s power and knows Charles Oliveira should do the same. After being criticized… 

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UFC 317 lightweight title win for Ilia Topuria could benefit Paddy Pimblett

Rooting for Rival? 

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Ilia Topuria plans to make Islam Makhachev wait for lightweight title fight if welterweight move doesn’t work out

Tit for Tat 

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Ilia Topuria tells Islam Makhachev to ‘get in line’ if he returns to lightweight
Ilia Topuria tells Islam Makhachev to ‘get in line’ if he returns to lightweight

Photo by Aldara Zarraoa/Getty Images Ilia Topuria isn’t going to do Islam Makhachev any favors if he ever decides to return to the UFC lightweight… 

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‘It will be hilarious if both of them lose’: Fans react to trash talk between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev
‘It will be hilarious if both of them lose’: Fans react to trash talk between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Aldara Zarraoa/WireImage Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev’s recent war of words has the MMA world talking. The former featherweight champion… 

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Paddy Pimblett believes he’d finish Justin Gaethje, but Ilia Topuria winning title would be ‘far better for my career’
Paddy Pimblett believes he’d finish Justin Gaethje, but Ilia Topuria winning title would be ‘far better for my career’

Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images Paddy Pimblett would love the chance to fight Justin Gaethje to earn a title shot, but Pimblett is well-aware that… 

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‘We got robbed of a superfight’: Fans react to Islam Makhachev fighting Jack Della Maddalena, not Ilia Topuria
‘We got robbed of a superfight’: Fans react to Islam Makhachev fighting Jack Della Maddalena, not Ilia Topuria

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Islam Makhachev is signing up for a superfight. Just not the one many were expecting. UFC CEO Dana White announced… 

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Javier Mendez reveals who he’d bet on between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira
Javier Mendez reveals who he’d bet on between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira

Isam Makhachev’s coach, Javier Mendez, knows who he’d put money on in the UFC 317 title fight between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira. 

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Ilia Topuria suggests UFC super fight with Islam Makhachev could still happen at welterweight

Still possible 

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Ilia Topuria brands Islam Makhachev a ‘Hypocrite’ amid plans for welterweight move: ‘I was ready’
Ilia Topuria brands Islam Makhachev a ‘Hypocrite’ amid plans for welterweight move: ‘I was ready’

Ilia Topuria has claimed he was “ready” to fight Islam Makhachev at the lightweight limit this summer, before the… 

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Ilia Topuria opens as massive favorite over Charles Oliveira in vacant title fight at UFC 317
Ilia Topuria opens as massive favorite over Charles Oliveira in vacant title fight at UFC 317

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria is heavily favored to become the UFC’s next two-division world champ. Earlier this week, UFC… 

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Ilia Topuria calls Islam Makhachev a ‘coward’ for avoiding UFC lightweight title fight

“Coward” 

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Islam Makhachev responds to ‘big mouth’ Ilia Topuria
Islam Makhachev responds to ‘big mouth’ Ilia Topuria

Former lightweight champion Islam Makhachev fired back at ‘big mouth’ former featherweight titleholder Ilia Topuria over recent comments. 

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Ilia Topuria blasts ‘hypocrite’ Islam Makhachev
Ilia Topuria blasts ‘hypocrite’ Islam Makhachev

Former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria ripped ‘hypocrite’ Islam Makhachev for ”running away’ from UFC title fight. 

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Ilia Topuria calls Islam Makhachev ‘biggest hypocrite I’ve ever seen in my life,’ Makhachev responds
Ilia Topuria calls Islam Makhachev ‘biggest hypocrite I’ve ever seen in my life,’ Makhachev responds

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Borja B. Hojas/Getty Images Ilia Topuria is taking shots at Islam Makhachev. Both Topuria and Makhachev were focal points in… 

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UFC 317: Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira: – Fight Card, Betting Odds, Start Time
UFC 317: Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira: – Fight Card, Betting Odds, Start Time

All the fights for Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira in Las Vegas on Saturday, 28th June 2025. With betting… 

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‘Paper champion’: Fans react to Ilia Topuria fighting Charles Oliveira for vacant lightweight title at UFC 317
‘Paper champion’: Fans react to Ilia Topuria fighting Charles Oliveira for vacant lightweight title at UFC 317

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria’s path to lightweight glory doesn’t go through Islam Makhachev. When Topuria vacated his featherweight belt… 

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Charles Oliveira promises big performance against Ilia Topuria at UFC 317

Let’s go 

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Ilia Topuria issues apology ahead of UFC 317 main event against Charles Oliveira

Oh my 

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Reaction: Islam Makhachev vacates title, Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 plus more fight announcements
Reaction: Islam Makhachev vacates title, Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 plus more fight announcements

Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Islam Makhachev is vacating his title to make a move to welterweight to face new champion Jack Della Maddalena, which… 

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Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira headline UFC 317 for lightweight title
Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira headline UFC 317 for lightweight title

The vacant lightweight championship will be on the line in the UFC 317 main event on June 28 in Las Vegas. 

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Breaking – Charles Oliveira set to fight Ilia Topuria for vacant title in massive UFC 317 headliner
Breaking – Charles Oliveira set to fight Ilia Topuria for vacant title in massive UFC 317 headliner

A vacant lightweight title fight between former champion, Charles Oliveira, and former featherweight titleholder, Ilia Topuria is set to… 

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Dana White announces Ilia Topuria vs Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight title, among two title fights set for UFC 317

Breaking 

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Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira vacant title fight announced for UFC 317 main event, Alexandre Pantoja vs. Kai Kara-France co-main
Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira vacant title fight announced for UFC 317 main event, Alexandre Pantoja vs. Kai Kara-France co-main

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria has his lightweight title shot. UFC CEO Dana White announced Tuesday via Instagram Live that… 

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‘One is a main event, the other isn’t’: Fans react to Ilia Topuria fighting Islam Makhachev or Charles Oliveira at UFC 317
‘One is a main event, the other isn’t’: Fans react to Ilia Topuria fighting Islam Makhachev or Charles Oliveira at UFC 317

Ilia Topuria | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Ilia Topuria is close to having his next fight announced, but one option is far more appealing… 

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