How UFC 312's Aleksandre Topuria put his career on hold to help brother Ilia
Aleksandre Topuria wanted to focus on helping his brother, Ilia Topuria, become UFC champion before pursuing his own career.
Ilia Topuria eyes UFC superfight with No. 1 pound-for-pound Islam Makhachev
UFC Featherweight Champion Ilia Topuria wants the biggest fights possible, even if that means fighting champions outside of his natural weight class.
Ilia Topuria Makes Bold Claim Of Submitting Alexander Volkanovski In Their Rematch
Ilia Topuria confidently predicts he'll submit Alexander Volkanovski in their rematch, setting the stage for a high-stakes UFC showdown.
Alexander Volkanovski not surprised with UFC champ Ilia Topuria's 'cocky' rematch prediction
“Of course, he’s going to be cocky,” Volkanovski told Fox Sports Australia of Topuria’s prediction. “He knocked me out. He thinks he’ll do it again, and he has every right to think that. But I’m going out there to change that, get that belt back. So while he has every right to think like that, he won’t know until I show him.”
Ilia Topuria’s brother backed to outdo featherweight champion in the UFC: ‘Give it 2-3 years’
“Now the bantamweight division will have its own Topuria,” says Lukasz Orzel, who manages the MMA careers of Ilia and Alexandre and has known the brothers since 2016. Alexandre (5-1 in MMA) makes his UFC debut this weekend at #UFC312 in Sydney, Australia. pic.twitter.com/JeID7D65jV
Alexander Volkanovski reacts after Ilia Topuria states his desire to fight Islam Makhachev next: “I’ll fight whoever for that belt”
Alexander Volkanovski has given his thoughts on Ilia Topuria wanting to fight Islam Makhachev next instead of him.
UFC champ Ilia Topuria details why Movsar Evloev isn't a worthy title challenger
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria insists Movsar Evloev is not a worthy title challenger. Evloev (19-0 MMA, 9-0 UFC) remained unbeaten when he outgrappled former champ Aljamain Sterling at UFC 310.
Ilia Topuria, Alexander Volkanovski to reignite rivalry as UFC 312 cornermen
An interesting subplot at UFC 312 involves UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria and former champ Alexander Volkanovski who will be cornering against each other on Saturday when Topuria's brother faces one of Volkanovski's teammates.
Is Aleksandre Topuria related to Ilia Topuria? Everything you need to know ahead of major UFC 312 debut
Who is Aleksandre Topuria? Meet the hottest new bantamweight prospect ahead of his promotional debut this weekend at UFC 312.
Islam Makhachev or Alexander Volkanovski? UFC champ Ilia Topuria details next fight options
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria sees two viable options for his next fight. Topuria (16-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) is coming off a stunning knockout of Max Holloway to retain his belt at UFC 308 in October.
Ilia Topuria Oozes Confidence About Defeating Islam Makhachev At 155 Lbs – “I’m Much Better Than Him”
Ilia Topuria confidently declares he's superior to Islam Makhachev at 155 lbs, setting the stage for a potential blockbuster fight.
Logan Paul suggests UFC punish Bryce Mitchell by fighting Ilia Topuria
YouTuber-turned-WWE star Logan Paul was disappointed to learn about UFC featherweight Bryce Mitchell and recent comments ...
Colby Thicknesse vs. Aleksandre Topuria prediction, odds, pick for UFC 312
UFC 312 continues with a fight between Colby Thicknesse and Aleksandre Topuria. Check out our UFC odds series for our ...