Ilia Topuria Wins UFC 317 Main Event with Brutal Knockout, Nearly Brawls with Paddy Pimblett

Ilia Topuria became a two-division champion by knocking out Charles Oliveira in the first round of the UFC 317 main event. The fight ended at 2:27 in the first round after Topuria landed a devastating right hook followed by a left, sending Oliveira to the canvas.

With this win, Topuria is now the UFC lightweight champion, achieving his third straight knockout victory over elite fighters like Oliveira, Alexander Volkanovski, and Max Holloway. Topuria expressed his confidence in the new generation of MMA and his planned strategy that led to Oliveira's defeat.

After the fight, Topuria called out potential contenders Paddy Pimblett and Arman Tsarukyan. He engaged in a heated exchange with Pimblett, inviting him into the cage for a face-off. Despite the trash talk, both fighters showed mutual respect after the intense confrontation.

Topuria's victory over Oliveira was swift and dominant, showcasing his skills and determination in the Octagon. The stage is now set for potential future matchups, with a possible showdown against Pimblett looming large in the lightweight division.

According to the source: MMA Fighting.