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Sports Analysis by Policy Wire: Before becoming the undisputed lightweight champion of the world, Ilia Topuria held the featherweight title. In his lone title defense of his 145-pound reign, Topuria...

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April 16, 2026 One Min Read

Sports Analysis by Policy Wire:

Before becoming the undisputed lightweight champion of the world, Ilia Topuria held the featherweight title. In his lone title defense of his 145-pound reign, Topuria did what no other fighter had been able to do before.

“El Matador” faced former featherweight champion Max Holloway in the UFC 308 main event in October 2024. Early in the third round, Topuria knocked the Hawaiian out.

He…

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