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Ilia Topuria responds to callout from fellow undefeated featherweight Movsar Evloev: “He needs to finish someone”
Harry Kettle - February 19, 2024
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria has responded to a recent callout from contender Movsar Evloev. Last weekend, Ilia Topuria made his way to the top of the featherweight division. He did so by knocking out Alexander Volkanovski, a man who had previously never been beaten at 145 pounds in the UFC. Now, as you can imagine, fans are interested to see what happens next. Whether it be Volkanovski in an immediate rematch or another top name, things are looking interesting for the Spaniard.
Conor McGregor responds to challenge from newly crowned UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria
Harry Kettle - February 19, 2024
UFC star Conor McGregor has responded to the challenge issued by UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria. On Saturday night, Ilia Topuria knocked out Alexander Volkanovski to become the new king at 145 pounds. It serves as the ultimate vindication after years of him proclaiming that he’d reach this point, and now, he’s ready for the superstardom that comes alongside such a position.
Ilia Topuria isn't too high on idea of Alexander Volkanovski rematch following UFC 298: "It's time to move on"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 18, 2024
Ilia Topuria has responded to Alexander Volkanovski calling for an immediate rematch following UFC 298. Topuria challenged Volkanovski for the UFC Featherweight Championship inside the Honda Center in Anaheim, California on Saturday night. After a solid opening round of action, Topuria landed a right hook that shut the lights off Volkanovski in the second stanza. This marks the beginning of “El Matador’s” reign with the UFC 145-pound gold.
Dana White reacts to Ilia Topuria’s knockout win over Alex Volkanovski at UFC 298, says he’s not thinking about an immediate rematch
Harry Kettle - February 18, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has reacted to Ilia Topuria’s blockbuster knockout over Alexander Volkanovski. Last night, Ilia Topuria shocked the world. He knocked out Alexander Volkanovski in the second round of their mammoth title showdown, becoming the new UFC featherweight champion in the process. With the win, Topuria now has the chance to become a true breakout star in the promotion after a phenomenal rise to the top.
UFC 298 Results: Ilia Topuria KO's Alex Volkanovski (Video)
Chris Taylor - February 17, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 298 results, including the main event title fight between Alex Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria. Volkanovski (26-3 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound from the nasty knockout loss he suffered to Islam Makhachev in a short notice fight for the promotion‘s lightweight title at UFC 294. ‘The Great’ has never lost at featherweight and will be looking to defend his 145lbs title for the sixth time when takes to the Octagon this evening.
UFC 298: 'Volkanovski vs. Topuria' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - February 17, 2024
The Octagon returns to Anaheim, California, for tonight’s UFC 298 event, a twelve-bout fight card headlined by Alex Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria. Volkanovski (26-3 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound from the nasty knockout loss he suffered to Islam Makhachev in a short notice fight for the promotion‘s lightweight title at UFC 294. ‘The Great’ has never lost at featherweight and will be looking to defend his 145lbs title for the sixth time when takes to the Octagon this evening.
UFC 298 salaries revealed: Alexander Volkanovski leads the way
Cole Shelton - February 17, 2024
Alexander Volkanovski will be pocketing the most money at UFC 298. UFC 298 is set to go down on Saturday night in Anaheim, California and the salaries for the card have been released. Combat sports reporter Manouk Akopyan obtained a copy of the guaranteed minimum purses and bonuses for UFC 298, as filed with the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC).
Demetrious Johnson shares high praise for Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC 298: “The last person who I felt that way about, to be honest, was Conor McGregor”
Harry Kettle - February 17, 2024
Demetrious Johnson has given his thoughts on the rise of Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC 298 this evening. Tonight, Ilia Topuria has the chance to change his life forever. He will walk into UFC 298 as the challenger, but he aims to walk out as the champion. He will be battling Alexander Volkanovski for the UFC featherweight title with many believing he has a good chance at coming out on top.
UFC 298 Weigh-Ins: Fight Cancelled, Main Event Title Bout between Alexander Volkanovski & Ilia Topuria Official
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 16, 2024
One fight on the UFC 298 card has been cancelled, but thankfully the championship main event between Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria is still on. Weigh-in day is always a stressful time for the fighters and fans. You never know who might have issues before, during, and after tipping the scale. In this case. a fight that had been scheduled for the ESPN portion of the UFC 298 prelims has been scrapped. The kicker is that an injury is to blame.
Ilia Topuria explains why he drinks “half a litre of wine” the night before UFC weigh-ins
Harry Kettle - February 16, 2024
UFC star Ilia Topuria has explained why he drinks wine the night before a UFC weigh-in event. For the longest time now, Ilia Topuria has been seen as a real threat in the UFC’s featherweight division. On Saturday night, he’ll get the chance to finally reach the top of the mountain.
WATCH | Ilia Topuria snatches Alexander Volkanovski belt during UFC 298 press conference
Cole Shelton - February 15, 2024
Ilia Topuria has continued the trend of touching and wearing the UFC title before he has won it. Topuria did his UFC 298 photo shoot with the belt on and now during the press conference, he snatched the belt from Volkanovski and put it in the air like he won it. That got a reaction from Volkanovski who told him to touch it all he wanted as it would be going back to Australia after Saturday night in Anaheim.
WATCH | Ilia Topuria poses with UFC belt as Alexander Volkanovski crashes photo shoot ahead of UFC 298
Cole Shelton - February 15, 2024
Ilia Topuria decided to have the UFC title wrapped around his waist before his title fight in the main event of UFC 298 against Alexander Volkanovski. Topuria has been oozing with confidence in the lead-up to his first crack at the UFC title on Saturday night. The Georgian-Spaniard has already crowned himself as the UFC champion in his Instagram bio, also claiming he’s 15-0, even though he’s only 14-0 heading into Saturday.
Alexander Volkanovski explains his motivation ahead of Ilia Topuria clash at UFC 298
Harry Kettle - February 15, 2024
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski has spoken candidly about his motivation heading into his battle with Ilia Topuria. On Saturday night, Alexander Volkanovski will defend his belt in the main event of UFC 298. He’ll do so against Ilia Topuria, in an encounter that has the potential to be one of the best title fights in UFC history.
UFC 298 | Pro fighters make their picks for Alexander Volkanovski vs Ilia Topuria title fight
Cole Shelton - February 14, 2024
In the main event of UFC 298, the featherweight title is up for grabs as Alexander Volkanovski looks to defend his belt when he takes on Ilia Topuria. Heading into the fight Volkanovski is a slight -128 favorite while the challenger is a +100 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the scrap, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to make their picks for the title fight at UFC 298. Although Volkanovski is coming off the KO loss at lightweight, but despite the loss and the close odds, the pros are actually unanimous in thinking the Aussie remains the featherweight king on Saturday in Anaheim.
Ilia Topuria reveals brother Alexsandre has signed with UFC: "He will be become a UFC world champion"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 14, 2024
The brother of UFC featherweight contender Ilia Topuria has scored a UFC contract. During an interview with ESPN, “El Matador” confirmed that Alexsandre Topuria is indeed a member of the UFC roster. Alexsandre has a pro record of 5-1. His lone defeat came against Ivo Ivanov back in 2015. At the age of 28, Alexsandre is hoping that he has entered the UFC at the perfect time.
Sean O’Malley says Ilia Topuria "better hope he f*cking" defeats Alex Volkanovski at UFC 298: "He's talking a lot of sh*t"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 14, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley thinks Ilia Topuria might be biting off more than he can chew, but he still wants that fight. Topuria will be challenging Alex Volkanovski for the UFC Featherweight Championship. The title fight will be headlining UFC 298, which will emanate from the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. The action will take place this Saturday night.
Alex Volkanovski offers grim prediction for UFC 298 title fight against Ilia Topuria: "He’s going to be embarrassed"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 12, 2024
UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski believes Ilia Topuria will have egg on his face once UFC 298 has concluded. Volkanovski is set to put his 145-pound gold at stake against Topuria inside the Honda Center in Anaheim, California this Saturday night. The featherweight championship clash will headline UFC 298. If “The Great” can emerge victorious, he’ll have secured his sixth successful UFC featherweight title defense, which would put him one shy of tying Jose Aldo’s 145-pound record.
Sean O’Malley vs. Ilia Topuria would be a "sweet fight," says coach Tim Welch: "Who wouldn't want to see that fight?"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 11, 2024
The coach of Sean O’Malley, Tim Welch, sees big potential in a clash between his fighter and Ilia Topuria. O’Malley is the reigning UFC bantamweight champion. Topuria will be fighting for UFC Featherweight Championship on February 17. He’ll attempt to take the 145-pound gold from Alex Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 298 inside the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.