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‘Make Us a Promise’ – UFC’s Quiet Request to Ilia Topuria Revealed

Ilia Topuria's star has never shined brighter. On the biggest stage of the year—UFC International Fight Week at T-Mobile Arena—he delivered a chilling reminder of his power.

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Justin Gaethje brutally honest on Ilia Topuria, shares timeline for potential UFC title clash

Justin Gaethje has a time and a place in mind for UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria. The former UFC Interim Lightweight Champion and BMF Champion is 0-2 in undisputed title fights but Gaethje hopes the third time is the charm against the newly crowned Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 6

Charles Oliveira advised to take 6 months off, fight UFC legend after KO loss to Ilia Topuria

Charles Oliveira has been tipped to win another UFC title after losing to Ilia Topuria. The Brazilian fan-favorite failed to become a two-time UFC Lightweight Champion at UFC 317 last weekend, when he lost by brutal first-round knockout at the hands of the undefeated Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 6

UFC champion Alexander Volkanovski reveals key to beating Ilia Topuria

Alexander Volkanovski has had over a year to reflect on his knockout loss to Ilia Topuria, finally breaking his silence about what he would have done differently if it were to be replayed.

Ilia Topuria News / Bloody Elbow / July 6

First fighter to survive Ilia Topuria could challenge for UFC title: ‘People are sleeping on him’

One fighter’s loss to UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria is aging well. 17 fighters have tried to solve the puzzle of Ilia Topuria and 17 ultimately failed.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 6

'Wrestle the Bloke' – Alexander Volkanovski Frustrated with Charles Oliveira Game Plan against Ilia Topuria

Last year at UFC 298, Alexander Volkanovski was brutally finished by Ilia Topuria, ending his legendary featherweight title reign. Since then, the Australian made a triumphant return, reclaiming his belt and proving why he’s still one of the division’s best.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Paddy Pimblett Breaks Down Bold Career Plan Amid Ilia Topuria Saga

UFC fighter and MMA artist Paddy Pimblett has never lacked confidence, and now the Liverpool native is eyeing a future that extends beyond the Octagon.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 6

UFC 317: Interesting Post-Fight Facts Fans Should Know

Standing as arguably the best pay-per-view show of the year, so far, UFC 317 brought another entertaining International Fight Week to a rip-roaring conclusion.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 5

Former Interim Featherweight Championship Challenger Gives Plaudit to Topuria

Josh Emmett (19-5 MMA, 10-5 UFC) knows and has seen the power of current UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria (17-0 MMA, 9-0 UFC) firsthand. When Topuria was in the UFC featherweight division, Emmett served as his foe on the other side of the cage two summers ago.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5

Paddy Pimblett touts massive career change with UFC title win over Ilia Topuria

Paddy Pimblett could see himself leaving the lightweight division after dethroning Ilia Topuria. The #10-ranked UFC Lightweight is still a ways from being the #1 contender, but Pimblett is closer than ever to a UFC title after facing off with new champion Ilia Topuria at UFC 317.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5

UFC star explains why Justin Gaethje should fight Ilia Topuria instead of Paddy Pimblett

Justin Gaethje’s refusal to fight anyone besides Ilia Topuria could pay off. The former UFC Interim Lightweight Champion and BMF titleholder is still a top player at 155 lbs nearly a decade after he debuted in the top 5.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5

Former champ suggests Ilia Topuria title fight go to contender who ‘redeemed himself’ at UFC 317

Ilia Topuria’s next title fight could go to anyone. The new UFC Lightweight Champion had a line of contenders waiting for him following his second title win at UFC 317.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 4

Only fighter to go 5 rounds with Ilia Topuria says UFC champ isn’t the hardest hitter he’s faced

One of Ilia Topuria’s former foes says a featherweight hit him even harder. There’s a new pound-for-pound king in the UFC and his name is Ilia Topuria.

Ilia Topuria compared to Muhammad Ali by legendary UFC champion: ‘I haven’t seen many fighters like that’

One aspect of UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria is ‘overlooked’ by many. Islam Makhachev is no longer the champion after relinquishing his title for a move to welterweight.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 4

Former champ claims Charles Oliveira was ‘hand-selected’ for Ilia Topuria knockout at UFC 317

Ilia Topuria’s title challenge against Charles Oliveira could not have gone any better. Once the UFC Featherweight Champion, the undefeated Topuria is now a two-division champion after capturing the vacant lightweight title at UFC 317.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 4

Paddy Pimblett claims he’s Ilia Topuria’s ‘kryptonite’ due to key advantage that he holds over bitter rival

Paddy Pimblett looks set to challenge for the UFC lightweight title in his next outing. Though Ilia Topuria suggested that Pimblett might not be next following their heated face-off inside the Octagon at UFC 317, there’s no denying that it’s the biggest fight in the lightweight division.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 4

Alexander Volkanovski reveals how he’d approach Ilia Topuria rematch after Charles Oliveira exposed potential flaw

Ilia Topuria added another legend to his incredible run of knockouts at UFC 317. Topuria has climbed to the top of the pound-for-pound list after winning three consecutive title fights against some of the sport’s biggest names.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 4

Ilia Topuria makes stunning claim about fights with his two greatest rivals for dream UFC Spain event

Ilia Topuria isn’t short on options for big fights following his win at UFC 317. Despite his intense face-off with Paddy Pimblett, Topuria recently stated that this might not be his next fight with ‘The Baddy’ needing one more win.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 4

UFC rival names 3 opponents ‘legit’ Paddy Pimblett can’t beat ahead of Ilia Topuria grudge match

The next title fight in the UFC’s lightweight division was seemingly decided inside the cage at UFC 317. Paddy Pimblett shared a heated face-off with Ilia Topuria after stepping into the Octagon following the conclusion of the main event.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 3

Ilia Topuria Wants To Humiliate Paddy Pimblett

Ilia Topuria vs. Paddy Pimblett has been brewing for a while now. The two fighters’ bitter rivalry started when they got into a scuffle at the fighter hotel in March 2022 ahead of that year’s UFC London event.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 3

Team Khabib Question Ilia Topuria Passing Islam Makhachev in P4P Rankings

After brutally knocking out Charles Oliveira at UFC 317, Ilia Topuria officially became the new UFC lightweight champion. Heading into the fight, he was the betting favorite, but few expected a first-round finish against the dangerous former champion.