‘That’s why I’m undefeated and he’s not’… Ilia Topuria addresses what separates him and Charles Oliveira
In his third UFC title fight, Ilia Topuria is looking to take out another legend of the sport. The former UFC featherweight champion has said…
Ilia Topuria Archives: 06/2025
‘Early stoppage guaranteed’… Fans fear UFC 317 controversy after Ilia Topuria vs Charles Oliveira referee is named
Being a UFC referee is an incredibly difficult job, especially when the stakes are as high as June 28. In the main event of UFC…
Ilia Topuria names a bigger fight than Islam Makhachev clash after claiming that people in Dagestan don’t care about him
Ilia Topuria still has one eye on the former lightweight champion after their paths didn’t cross. With Islam Makhachev vacating his 155-pound title, Topuria will…
Ilia Topuria issues cold response to Charles Oliveira claiming he hits harder ahead of UFC 317
Ilia Topuria tells Charles Oliveira to keep dreaming a week out from their title fight at UFC 317. Islam Makhachev’s relinquished lightweight title is on…
Charles Oliveira holds these impressive UFC records that set the stage for his title clash with Ilia Topuria at UFC 317
Charles Oliveira already holds a number of UFC records as he prepares for his upcoming title fight with Ilia Topuria. The Brazilian fighter is aiming…
‘I must be crazy’… UFC commentator goes against the grain with bold Charles Oliveira vs Ilia Topuria breakdown
Ilia Topuria is being widely tipped to achieve two-division glory against Charles Oliveira at UFC 317. ‘El Matador’ enjoyed a brutal but short reign at…
UFC 317 loses major fight featuring Israel Adesanya’s former rival just days before pay-per-view event
The UFC’s annual International Fight Week pay-per-view event continues to take hits. UFC 317 will include the coronation of a new lightweight champion as former…
Islam Makhachev’s longtime teammate claims shocking retirement timeline highlights ‘very sad’ time in MMA
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier believes there’s more to the story behind Islam Makhachev’s retirement timeline. UFC superstar Islam Makhachev‘s legendary career could be…
Who is Ilia Topuria? Meet the undefeated former champion aiming to become a two-weight champion
Ilia Topuria is betting big on himself as he makes the step up to Lightweight in search of more UFC gold. The former UFC Featherweight…
UFC 317 Full fight card including Ilia Topuria’s clash with Charles Oliveira for the vacant UFC Lightweight title
UFC 317 is the next big event in the MMA calendar, and a new champion will be crowned in a massive main event fight. The…
Charles Oliveira is just one win away from matching Jim Miller’s incredible record and could do it at UFC 317
Charles Oliveira has a chance to make history in his main event title fight at UFC 317. The Brazilian fighter is aiming to regain the…
Why Islam Makhachev vacated the UFC Lightweight title ahead of Ilia Topuria’s battle with Charles Oliveira at UFC 317
The UFC 317 main event sees Ilia Topuria battling Charles Oliveira, with the vacant UFC Lightweight championship on the line following Islam Makhachev vacating the…
UFC 317 main event backup fighter confirmed as top lightweight contender claims key role
A top lightweight contender is on standby in case anything goes wrong ahead of UFC 317. Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira are set to square…
Ilia Topuria reveals the real reason he moved to lightweight ahead of UFC 317 title fight
Ilia Topuria will attempt to become a two-weight champion at UFC 317 later this month. Charles Oliveira is all that stands in the way of…
‘I’d beat him’… Paddy Pimblett claims Ilia Topuria’s opponents all make the same mistake ahead of UFC 317
Paddy Pimblett continues to stand by his claim he will beat Ilia Topuria when they fight. The UFC duo have been beefing ever since they…
Ilia Topuria shares new footage from UFC 317 camp alongside sinister warning to Charles Oliveira
Ilia Topuria continues to predict a violent end to Charles Oliveira’s title hopes at UFC 317. At that event on June 28, the two stars…
Alexander Volkanovski responds to claim Ilia Topuria ‘ran’ from rematch with UFC champ
Alexander Volkanovski doubts Ilia Topuria left the UFC featherweight division because of him. Ilia Topuria’s title reign was short and sweet at 145 lbs. After…
‘I got history’ … Max Holloway teases rematch with UFC 317 winner after Dustin Poirier trilogy
Max Holloway isn’t shying away from a potential rematch with Ilia Topuria or Charles Oliveira. The UFC’s BMF Champion puts his silver strap on the…
Ilia Topuria promises fans a ‘real fight’ if UFC books him against bitter rival he absolutely hates
Ilia Topuria will soon begin a new chapter in the UFC lightweight division, where new matchups await. The 28-year-old is fast approaching his return to…
‘They owe me’ … Justin Gaethje breaks silence on UFC title snub after retirement ultimatum
Justin Gaethje is pretty upset he didn’t get to fight Ilia Topuria at UFC 317. The former UFC Interim Lightweight Champion and BMF titleholder thinks…