Topuria (17-0 MMA, 9-0 UFC) claimed the vacant belt by knocking out Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 earlier this month. He awaits ...

Ilia Topuria’s refusal to grant Arman Tsarukyan the next title shot is more than the usual champion’s politicking. In today’s hyper-connected fight culture, these words have seismic implications.

Topuria vs. Tsarukyan is the toughest fight the UFC could book right now, but Topuria says he’d rather give up the belt than fight Tsarukyan.

ABU DHABI – Bryce Mitchell is adamant that UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria is not unstoppable.

Ilia Topuria hints at vacating his UFC lightweight title, refusing to face top contender Arman Tsarukyan, sparking major ...

Ilia Topuria should vacate his title after saying he would rather drop the belt than defend it against Arman Tsarukyan.

Bryce Mitchell downplays hype of Ilia Topuria, claiming he’s “not unbeatable” — even after suffering a dominant loss to him.

At UFC 317 last month, Ilia Topuria made history by becoming the first undefeated double champion in UFC history. He did it ...

Speaking with the Nelk Boys, Topuria hinted at two names being in the mix: Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett, both of whom could be on the UFC's agenda. He also confirmed No. 1-contender Arman ...

The identity of Ilia Topuria’s next opponent in 2025 remains a mystery. “El Matador” is eager to stay active in the lightweight division and hopes to step into the ...