Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway remains an exciting encounter that will potentially happen next. At UFC 300, Holloway called out the champion, sparking the beginning of a fresh featherweight rivalry. Now that the bout has not progressed far, both competitors have renewed their challenge to square off at the Sphere or the UFC 308 card in Abu Dhabi.Â
Recently, Ilia Topuria accused Max Holloway of stalling the fight process because the champion wanted to fight at UFC 308. However, ‘Blessed’ interfered and called out Topuria for lying. After that, the Spaniard asked Holloway to fight at the Las Vegas Sphere. In reaction, Holloway gave the fight venue and the manner in which Topuria should finish the fight.
Been talking to them brother. You need to check your numbers. Since you said it the Sphere by toe hold. See you soon.
Max Holloway via X
The champion had initially asked how Holloway wanted to lose. Holloway also jokingly requested Topuria to finish the fight via a ‘toe hold.’ After the UFC 300 mega performance, Holloway has boosted his superstar status, and fans are eager to see him back in action. Fighting and winning the featherweight title against Topuria could be the best thing for Hawaiin and his legacy.Â
On the other hand, Topuria had various plans for his first-ever title defense, which included fighting at the iconic Santiago Bernabeu in Spain. On top of it, the fighter also wanted to fight Conor McGregor, but that fight didn’t interest the champion anymore after the whole UFC 303 debacle. However, Topuria is determined to prove his doubters wrong in the future.
Ilia Topuria sends a stern warning to his doubters ahead of his first-ever title defense
Ilia Topuria shocked the world at UFC 298, stopping Alexander Volkanovski‘s reign as the featherweight champion of the world. Since then, ‘El Matador’ has had a spurt in popularity and was seen visiting various sporting events and icons. During his time away from the sport, the Spanish-Georgian fighter has already received criticism from fans.
Ilia Topuria snaps back at his doubters (via X)
The fighter recently took to X and addressed the doubts regarding him. Topuria revealed why the detractors doubted him. Moreover, the Spaniard has also promised to shut down all the criticism in the future by achieving more glory in the UFC.Â
To all those who continue to doubt me. Screw all of you, I don’t care about any of you. You just project your insecurities onto me. Your envy, born from your inability to pursue your desires, poisons the heart. Keep watching me shine!
Ilia Topuria via X
To all those who continue to doubt me. Screw all of you, I don’t care about any of you. You just project your insecurities onto me. Your envy, born from your inability to pursue your desires, poisons the heart. Keep watching me shine!
— Ilia Topuria (@Topuriailia) July 4, 2024
It wasn’t the first time Topuria made a public post like this, as recently the champion updated a self-praising post for all his achievements. The UFC has yet to make any official announcement regarding the next featherweight title fight. However, Topuria vs. Holloway does sound incredibly amazing for fight fans.
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