Undefeated records are viewed as one of the uppermost accomplishments in the world of UFC. A stunning illustration of this is Khabib Nurmagomedov who departed from the sport while boasting an unbeaten 29-0 streak, leaving behind him a trail of his unquestioned supremacy within the octagonal ring.
As well, Ilia Topuria has maintained his pristine record in the UFC with 16 wins and no losses. The ongoing ascending trajectory of Topuria’s career has sparked much excitement among UFC followers, with attention gravitating towards the potential outcomes of his future bouts.
Dustin Poirier, a renowned UFC lightweight contender, has suggested that a victory for Topuria against Charles Oliveira, specifically through a knockout, could result in what may be viewed as the most spectacular three-fight winning stream within the UFC. This isn’t the first occasion where Poirier has publicly acknowledged the prowess Topuria displays in the octagon.
Poirier has made previous comments suggesting that ‘El Matador’ – Topuria’s monicker – possesses sufficient striking power to take down even welterweight opponents. Recently, he further indicated Topuria’s career trajectory is on a potential path towards building one of the most notable portfolios in the sport, even hinting at a possible ascent to legendary status.
Poirier stated concerning Topuria tossing aside legendary opponents such as Volkanovski, Holloway, and Oliveira, ‘If Ilia can pull it off, his claims of dominance are authenticated. The guy is alarmingly formidable.’
Ilia Topuria’s fight record boasts one of the most grimly decisive victories in UFC history, securing wins over recognized figures like Max Holloway and Alexander Volkanovski, and enhancing his career highlights visibly. The question, however, remains if he can replicate this feat against Charles Oliveira in the upcoming UFC 317.
UFC fans are in anticipation as UFC 317 is only a day away. The thrill is growing over the imminent lightweight title face-off between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira. Tempers have already flared up between the two athletes, as evident from their social media exchanges ahead of the fight.
Topuria, in response to Oliveira’s assertion about possessing more punching power, coolly dismissed the claim. He retorted, ‘His belief in owning a punch more potent than mine is significantly overambitious. I put forth a challenge to him: whether it be a separate boxing, grappling, or wrestling match, I’ll outperform him in whichever format he chooses.’
‘El Matador’ stressed on his conviction of overpowering Oliveira in any aspect of the match, asserting how supremely confident he is about this belief. This exuded robust assurance lights the path leading to their impending showdown at UFC 317.
The final verdict on Topuria’s chances of adding another knockout victory to his progressive roster will be decided only with time. But for now, the UFC world waits in eager anticipation, all eyes on the undefeated ‘El Matador’ and his opponent Oliveira, as UFC 317 unfolds.