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In Las Vegas, Ilia Topuria becomes a 2-division champion, knocking out Charles Oliveira in Round 1 at UFC 317.
Ilia Topuria etched his name deeper into UFC history with a stunning first-round knockout of Charles Oliveira at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
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Ilia Topuria: UFC Champion blasts Ronaldo, targets Messi
UFC Featherweight Champion Ilia Topuria blasts Cristiano Ronaldo and targets Lionel Messi.
Topuria secured the vacant lightweight title and becoming the promotion's newest two-division champion. The main event of UFC 317 showcased a clash of titans, with
Topuria defending his featherweight belt while claiming the 155-pound crown, a feat made possible after reigning lightweight champion Islam Makhachev vacated the title to pursue the welterweight division.
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Topuria knocks out Oliveira
From the opening bell, Topuria full of confidence, wasted no time asserting dominance.
The Georgian-Spanish fighter, already a fan favorite, came out with a game plan that blended his elite striking with aggression.
At 1:47 into the round, Topuria unleashed a devastating combination—a crisp right hook followed by a crushing left uppercut—that sent Oliveira crashing to the canvas.
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The Brazilian, a former lightweight champion with a record of 34-10 and a history of thrilling finishes, was unable to recover.
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Therefore referee Herb Dean to halt the contest as Topuria pounced with follow-up strikes.
Post-fight, Topuria’s celebration was as bold with both the featherweight and lightweight belts draped over his shoulders.
He called out popular lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett looking forward to his next fight.
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