Topuria, Oliveira Fight for Vacant UFC Lightweight Title in Las Vegas

UFC 317, scheduled for June 28 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, will feature a main event between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight championship. The title became vacant after current champion Islam Makhachev decided to move up to welterweight to challenge Jack Della Maddalena, following Belal Muhammad's loss which influenced Makhachev's decision. Topuria, a former featherweight champion known for his victories over Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway, is making his lightweight debut aiming to become a two-division champion. Oliveira, a former lightweight champion with a record of 35 wins and known for his resilience and southpaw technique, seeks to regain the title after a series of mixed results. UFC President Dana White confirmed the fight via social media, highlighting the matchup's appeal given both fighters' reputations and recent performances. Additionally, the event will include a flyweight title rematch between Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Kara-France, providing a stacked card for International Fight Week.