Ilia Topuria might have the ability to become the first ever three-division champion in UFC history but he says the promotion already asked him not to make a move up to welterweight just yet.

Ilia became just the tenth person to become a UFC two-division champion when he won the vacant UFC Lightweight Championship by knocking out former champion, Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 last month. Now ...

Ilia Topuria has explained he'd rather vacate his title than welcome a fight with the No. 1-ranked lightweight title ...

ILIA TOPURIA has revealed the UFC brass asked him to make a “promise” about his next fight in the aftermath of his coronation as the new king of the sport. ‘El Matador’ ...

Topuria (17-0 MMA, 9-0 UFC) claimed the vacant belt by knocking out Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 earlier this month. He awaits ...

Paddy Pimblett believes the biggest fight the UFC can make right now is a grudge match between him and Ilia Topuria.

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.

Ilia Topuria knocks out Charles Oliveira to win the vacant UFC lightweight title during UFC 317 in T-Mobile Arena Saturday, June 28, 2025. Topuria won with the title with a first-round knockout.

Dana White Makes Promise After Ilia Topuria’s UFC 317 Triumph. Unlock the latest UFC news — direct to your inbox. Subscribe with Google Subscribe with Facebook Or enter your name and email.

The UFC’s matchmakers now face the enviable task of capitalizing on this red-hot rivalry. Ilia Topuria’s knockout of Charles Oliveira was more than just a championship victory, it was a statement.

Topuria vs. Oliveira will take place Saturday night, setting the stage for what's expected to be an action-packed event in ...