When Is Ilia Topuria’s Next Fight?

Ilia Topuria is coming off his ninth UFC career win (17th overall) against Charles Oliveria in their UFC lightweight title match during the main event of UFC 317 in June. He knocked out the former lightweight king in the opening round to become the 10th fighter in UFC history to win two division titles. Due to this incredible performance, he remains a favorite in online sports betting.

“El Matador” is one of the few active UFC fighters still undefeated in their MMA careers. This exciting fighting style of dominating his opponents on the feet and the ground has earned the Georgian thousands of fans. But when will he return to fight again? And who will he defend his title against?

When Is Ilia Topuria’s Next Fight?

Topuria’s next confirmed opponent is yet to be determined, but he has set his sights on a showdown against lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett for his first title defense and to finally settle their animosity inside the octagon.

Ilia Topuria MMA Record and Statistics

• MMA record: 17-0
• Wins by TKO/KO: 7
• Wins by submission: 8
• Wins by decision: 2
• Striking accuracy: 50%
• Significant strikes landed per minute: 3.22
• Significant strikes absorbed: 2.75
• Takedown average per 15 minutes: 2.45
• Submission average per 15 minutes: 2.45
• Takedown accuracy: 46%
• Significant strikes defense: 62%
• Takedown defense: 93%
• Knockdown average: 1.23
• Average fight time: 7:20

Ilia Topuria Notable Wins

Topuria’s most notable wins in the UFC were against Youssef Zalal, Damon Jackson, Ryan Hall, Jai Herbert, Bryce Mitchell, Josh Emmett, Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway and Oliveira.

Ilia Topuria UFC Earnings

Topuria’s estimated total UFC earnings are over $5 million. This figure includes his base salary, win bonuses, and incentives. His biggest single-fight pay came against Oliveria at UFC 317, where he took home $3.5 million.

Ilia Topuria Team and Corner

Topuria is a proud member of the Climent Club team based in Alicante, Spain, where he is under the tutelage of Agustin and Jorge Climent. He is the lone UFC fighter who competes out of the gym.