Ilia Topuria News
Opening odds released for newly announced title fights at UFC 297, UFC 298 and UFC 299
A string of odds have been released in the wake of an announcement made by Dana White regarding UFC's first three PPV main events of the year. Last night, Dana White made… Read more
Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topruria featherweight title fight targeted for UFC 298 in February
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski may not be fighting in January, but he is factored into plans for a February title bout. Volkanovski had asked for a quick turnaround after suffering a… Read more
Alexander Volkanovski confirms plans for short-notice turnaround against Ilia Topuria: "I don't need a break"
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is still planning to fight Ilia Topuria in January. 'The Great' is fresh off his short-notice clash with Islam Makhachev on Saturday night. Just two weeks ahead… Read more
Bryce Mitchell claims his loss to Ilia Topuria "don't count" because he was sick: "Wasn’t even me in there"
Bryce Mitchell says he shouldn't have fought Ilia Topuria as he was too sick. Mitchell suffered his first career defeat back in December as he lost by second-round submission to Topuria at… Read more
Ilia Topuria and Sean O’Malley trade shots over talk of a potential fight at featherweight: “I see this fight as too easy of a challenge”
Featherweight contender Ilia Topuria and UFC Bantamweight Champion Sean O’Malley have gotten into an exchange on social media. Following his second-round TKO victory over Aljamain Sterling to capture UFC gold, O’Malley said… Read more
Alexander Volkanovski sends a message to Ilia Topuria after Aljamain Sterling loses at UFC 292
Alexander Volkanovski has his sights set on Ilia Topuria. Volkanovski was paying close attention to the UFC 292 main event, as Aljamain Sterling had said if he beat Sean O'Malley he was… Read more
Jon Anik explains why Justin Gaethje defeating Dustin Poirier was the “perfect” result for Ilia Topuria
UFC commentator Jon Anik has explained why Justin Gaethje's win over Dustin Poirier was a great result for Ilia Topuria. Last weekend at UFC 291, Justin Gaethje was able to defeat Dustin… Read more
Alexander Volkanovski slams 'delusional' Ilia Topuria: "Do you watch me fight?"
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski has some choice words for Ilia Topuria. 'The Great' returned to the cage for yet another title defense against Yair Rodriguez at UFC 290. While 'El Pantera'… Read more
Alexander Volkanovski calls for future fight with Ilia Topuria: "Bring it on"
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski welcomes a future fight with Ilia Topuria. 'The Great' is slated to return next month at UFC 290 against Yair Rodriguez. The featherweight title defense will be… Read more
Ilia Topuria's girlfriend admits she “felt really bad” for Josh Emmett at UFC Jacksonville: “Baby, you should have a little bit of mercy”
Ilia Topuria's girlfriend has admitted that she felt bad for Josh Emmett during their featherweight main event last weekend. Last Saturday night, Ilia Topuria made a real statement. He battered Josh Emmett… Read more
Alex Volkanovski views UFC 290 opponent Yair Rodriguez as a “much bigger threat” than Ilia Topuria
Alex Volkanovski has explained why he considers Yair Rodriguez to be a bigger threat than Ilia Topuria as the division continues to heat up. Next month at UFC 290, Alex Volkanovski will… Read more
Josh Emmett and Ilia Topuria among seven fighters to be medically suspended indefinitely after UFC Jacksonville
Josh Emmett was among seven fighters to be medically suspended indefinitely following UFC Jacksonville on Saturday. Emmett was headlining the card against Ilia Topuria in a crucial fight for the featherweight division,… Read more
Ilia Topuria down for Australia showdown with Alexander Volkanovski: "No f*cking problem!"
UFC featherweight contender Ilia Topuria is down to fight Alexander Volkanovski anywhere. 'El Matador' is fresh off his return in the main event of UFC Jacksonville this past Saturday. There, he faced… Read more
What's next for Ilia Topuria and Josh Emmett after UFC Jacksonville?
In the main event of UFC Jacksonville, top-10 featherweights threw down as Ilia Topuria took on Josh Emmett. Topuria entered his first UFC main event coming off a one-sided submission win over… Read more
Ilia Topuria lists his lone stipulation for accepting a fight with Max Holloway
Ilia Topuria is willing to fight former UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway next on one condition. Topuria (14-0) faced the biggest test of his MMA career at this afternoon as he collided… Read more
Pros react after Ilia Topuria defeats Josh Emmett at UFC Jacksonville
Tonight's UFC Jacksonville main featured a key featherweight contest between perennial contenders Ilia Topuria and Josh Emmett. Emmett (18-4 MMA) had entered the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a submission… Read more
UFC Jacksonville: 'Emmett vs. Topuria' Live Results and Highlights
The Octagon returns to Florida for today's UFC Jacksonville event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by Josh Emmett vs. Ilia Topuria. Emmett (18-3 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound, this… Read more
Pro fighters make their picks for Josh Emmett vs. Ilia Topuria
In the main event of UFC Jacksonville, a battle of ranked featherweights go down as Josh Emmett takes on Ilia Topuria. Heading into the fight, Emmett is a +280 underdog while the… Read more