Topuria Tells When He Will Be Ready for UFC Lightweight Title Defense

Marina Magomedova
30 Jun 2025
13:10
Topuria Tells When He Will Be Ready for UFC Lightweight Title Defense

UFC lightweight champion Spanish-Georgian fighter Ilia Topuria has announced his readiness to return to the octagon by the end of 2025.

Ilia Topuria quoted by MMA Mania
I could be ready by the end of the year if they want me.

Recall that on June 29 at UFC 317, Topuria defeated Charles Oliveira by knockout in the first round to claim the vacant championship title. He holds an impressive record of 17 wins with no losses, whereas Oliveira has 35 wins and 11 losses, with one fight ruled as a no contest.

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