Former UFC Featherweight Champion, and soon-to-be lightweight contender, Ilia Topuria unveils the new nickname that he will debut in his next fight.
Unbeaten Stint at 145 Leads To Premature Exit, Different Division for Ilia Topuria
After a perfect run on the European regional circuit, Ilia Topuria (16-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) entered the UFC in 2020, taking out current No. 12-ranked featherweight competitor Youssef Zalal. Over the next four years, the Georgia native embarked on a stellar climb up the division, collecting victories over strong opposition like Ryan Hall, Bryce Mitchell and Josh Emmett.