Ilia Topuria Retains UFC Featherweight Title

Ilia Topuria successfully defended his UFC Featherweight title for the first time at UFC 308, achieving a knockout victory against Max Holloway in the third round, making him the first fighter to do so. Topuria aims to move up to the lightweight division, although UFC CEO Dana White suggests he has unfinished business in featherweight, potentially setting up a rematch with Alexander Volkanovski. Following the fight, Topuria's knockout of Holloway has drawn a mix of admiration and skepticism from fellow fighters, including Paddy Pimblett, who expressed his belief he could defeat Topuria despite the latter's recent accomplishments. Topuria's striking skills and confidence have solidified his standing as a top contender, and he hopes to become the first fighter to hold titles across three weight classes. Meanwhile, the co-main event saw Khamzat Chimaev submit Robert Whittaker, further intensifying the competitive landscape within the UFC. As Topuria enjoys his victory, speculation continues about his next opponent, with Volkanovski being a favored choice among fans and analysts.