Topuria and Ankalaev Shine at UFC 308

UFC 308 produced notable outcomes, with Ilia Topuria successfully defending his featherweight title by knocking out Max Holloway, marking Holloway's first-ever knockout loss. This victory has positioned Topuria as a potential Fighter of the Year, with Kamaru Usman advocating a high-profile matchup against Conor McGregor to further boost his star power. Magomed Ankalaev secured a win over Aleksandar Rakic and is now confirmed by Dana White to be in line for a title shot against light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira. Khamzat Chimaev's dominant submission win over Robert Whittaker has put him in title contention. The UFC continues to recognize the importance of star power, with Topuria receiving the highest Compliance Pay distribution. Dana White's strategic matchmaking will be crucial as the promotion capitalizes on emerging talents like Topuria and Chimaev.