Ilia Topuria Splits from Coaches Weeks Before UFC 317 Lightweight Title Fight vs Charles Oliveira

Ilia Topuria is set to fight Charles Oliveira for the vacant UFC lightweight title at UFC 317, aiming to become a two-division champion after vacating his featherweight belt. Despite being the betting favorite, lightweight contender Mateusz Gamrot predicts Oliveira's size advantage will challenge Topuria and potentially allow Oliveira to reclaim the title. Topuria has publicly questioned Oliveira's skills and career, adding to the fight's tension, while analysts like Jean Silva have pointed out flaws in Topuria's fighting style, such as defensive lapses and vulnerability when throwing heavy hooks. In a surprising development, Topuria recently parted ways with his lifelong coaches, the Climent brothers, and is now training with new coaches, including his brother Aleksandre, which has stirred debate within the MMA community. Topuria's shift in training camps and his outspoken comments have made this upcoming bout highly anticipated, with fans eager to see if he can maintain his dominance against a former lightweight champion. The fight promises to be a pivotal moment in both fighters' careers, with high stakes and intense rivalry.