Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway: Preview, Where to Watch and Betting Odds

Unbeaten Georgian Ilia Topuria makes his first UFC featherweight title defense against former featherweight champ and “BMF” belt holder American Max Holloway at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi. In the immediate aftermath of his “BMF” victory over Justin Gaethje at the UFC 300 in April, Holloway called out the featherweight champ. The result: fans are in for a massive event as the newly crowned 145-pound king takes on the self-acclaimed best boxer in the UFC. Topuria is the clear favorite in early odds.

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MMA: UFC Featherweight Championship

Where to Watch: PPV

Venue: Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi

Date: 27.10.2024 06:00

Ilia Topuria

“El Matador” has dominated his opponents since a 2020 debut. The 27-year-old Georgian entered the cage against featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski last February and wasted no time claiming the featherweight title with a second KO. Ilia Topuria’s versatility is evident in the method of his last three wins. A submission of Bryce Mitchell, a decision over Josh Emmett, and a KO to claim the title. With a flawless pro record, Topuria is now number four in the UFC men’s pound-for-pound rankings.

Tale of the Tape

Age: 27
Height: 5’8”
Weight: 145lbs (66kg)
Reach: 69”
Record: 15-0

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Max Holloway

The “Baddest Motherfucker” in the UFC has aged like wine, and after over ten years in the UFC, the former featherweight champion and serial contender comes into another championship joust on the back of three consecutive victories. Max Holloway, who lost the 145 title to Alexander Volkanovski, stopped Justin Gaethje in the last seconds of round five last April at UFC 300 to win the BMF title. Known for his exceptional boxing skills and striking output, Holloway has competed at 145 and 155 pounds in his time in the UFC and is in the top ten of both divisions. In the featherweight class, Max Holloway became the champion in 2017 with a TKO of Jose Aldo. Since then, the Hawaii-born American has contested more championship bouts than anyone in the division.