Fighters » Ilia Topuria
Ilia Topuria is an undefeated Georgian-Spanish Mixed Martial Artist and the current UFC Lightweight Champion, known for his dominant performances and precision striking .
Notable Championship Fights
Ilia Topuria has rapidly risen through the UFC ranks, capturing titles in two weight divisions. His most significant fights include:
- vs. Alexander Volkanovski (UFC 298 – Feb 2024): Topuria claimed the UFC Featherweight Championship by knocking out the long-reigning champion Volkanovski in the second round .
- vs. Max Holloway (UFC 308 – Oct 2024): In his first title defense, Topuria retained the featherweight title by knocking out the legendary former champion Holloway in the third round .
- vs. Charles Oliveira (UFC 317 – Jun 2025): After vacating his featherweight title, Topuria moved up a weight class and captured the vacant UFC Lightweight Championship by knocking out former champion Oliveira in the first round . This victory made him a two-division champion .
Fighting Style
Topuria began his career with a strong foundation in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where he holds a black belt . As he progressed in the UFC, he developed a boxing-heavy stand-up game known for its precision, power, and fluid combinations, which has been the key to his recent knockout victories .
