Ilia Topuria is brimming with assurance as he prepares for his upcoming Featherweight title defense against Max Holloway at UFC 308. Even before the official announcement of this fight, Bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley had expressed interest in pitting his skills against Topuria in a champion versus champion showdown. Undeterred by the potential challenge, Topuria is exceedingly confident in his ability to best both O’Malley and Holloway in a single night.
At just 27 years of age and boasting an impeccable record of 15-0, Topuria clinched the title with a decisive knockout victory over Alexander Volkanovski in the second round of their bout. While Topuria has previously competed in the Lightweight division, his current focus lies on defending his Featherweight championship. Nevertheless, he remains open to the prospect of transitioning to the Lightweight category should the right opportunity present itself.
The self-assured fighter perceives himself as a standout figure in the realm of MMA, viewing his distinct fighting style as emblematic of the new breed of mixed martial artists. While he holds admiration for fellow fighters such as Makhachev, Topuria firmly believes he occupies a league of his own and carries the torch as the fresh face of the sport.
