Ilia Topuria Becomes The New Lightweight Champion
Source: UFC

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June 30, 2025
Former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria became the new lightweight champion by defeating Charles Oliveira in the main event of UFC 317 on Saturday. Topuria's striking was just too much for Oliveira. Halfway through the first round, Topuria landed a devastating combination that knocked Oliveira out cold. In 2:27 of action, Topuria landed 21 significant strikes. Following his win, Topuria called out popular UFC lightweight contender and longtime rival Paddy Pimblett, but Arman Tsarukyan might be the next title challenger. With the win, Topuria improved his unbeaten record to 17-0.--Alen Kurbasic
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