HOW ILIA TOPURIA KO'D MAX HOLLOWAY UFC 308 HIGHLIGHTS (TOPURIA KNOCKOUT) #UFC308

HOW ILIA TOPURIA KO'D MAX HOLLOWAY UFC 308 HIGHLIGHTS (TOPURIA LEFT HOOK KO) #illiatopuria #ufc #mma In Abu Dhabi, UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria delivered on his promise to knock out Max Holloway, marking the first time in Holloway's career that he has been finished by KO. Topuria (16-0) floored Holloway (26-8) with a left hook, following up with hammerfists to secure the stoppage at 1:34 of the third round. This main event at UFC 308 showcased Topuria’s first title defense after winning the belt in February by knocking out another featherweight legend, Alexander Volkanovski.

The fight was a powerful display of Topuria’s precision and power. While Holloway had moments of momentum, Topuria's relentless pressure ultimately turned the tide. A hard right hand set up the finish, with the final left hook sending Holloway to the canvas. Post-fight, Topuria expressed gratitude to Holloway, calling him a legendary inspiration, and acknowledged the generational shift that the win represents.

With this victory, Topuria’s options for his next bout are intriguing. Volkanovski, present in Abu Dhabi, expressed interest in a rematch, and UFC president Dana White indicated openness to the idea. Additionally, the UFC has hinted at a potential event in Spain, Topuria’s residence, which could see him defend his title on home turf. Another possible contender is Diego Lopes, who impressed as a backup fighter for this event.

Holloway, now 0-4 in his last title fights, promised a return despite the setback. Reflecting on the bout, he acknowledged Topuria’s skills and conceded that Topuria was simply the better fighter that night.

In addition to the main event, UFC 308 saw Khamzat Chimaev submit Robert Whittaker in the co-main event, securing a potential middleweight title shot with his dominant performance.

[choenyi]

And he already predicted he would submit Islam too 😂if that happens lol give this man a prop

[RichardHensley-xgti]

Hes on another level omalley step up to the plaate