Alexander Volkanovski expresses appreciation for Ilia Topuria vacating his UFC title, showing respect for the decision ahead of future bouts.

The unbeaten Topuria, 28, claimed the UFC featherweight title in February 2024, knocking out long-reigning champion Alexander ...

Ilia Topuria has carried the nickname “El Matador” for years, embodying his fearless fighting style and unshakable confidence. Fans recognize “El Matador” as the undefeated fighter who has ...

Topuria (16-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC), who vacated the UFC featherweight championship for a move up to 155 pounds, will debut in the ...

Ilia Topuria had his new nickname absolutely trashed by old rival Paddy Pimblett. ‘El Matador’ the UFC Featherweight Champion ...

Ilia Topuria recently changed his nickname from 'El Matador' to 'La Leyenda,' and Paddy Pimblett doesn't seem to be impressed.

The upcoming fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes at UFC 314 is for the vacant UFC featherweight title. After successfully defending his title against Max Holloway, Ilia Topuria has ...

Topuria has continuously chased a fight against Islam Makhachev, the current king at 155lbs, however, Makhachev and his team aren’t willing to fight ‘El Matador’ without him beating a ...

Ilia Topuria has explained that his decision to leave his featherweight throne is backed by a promise from the UFC, and that they've 'always kept' their promise ...

Additionally, he is abandoning his longtime nickname, 'El Matador,' hinting at a new persona for his lightweight campaign. Topuria's future in the highly competitive division promises a fresh and ...

Topuria announced on Tuesday (25 March) that he will now go by “La Leyenda” (the legend), having long been known as “El Matador” (the matador). Now fans await the unbeaten 28-year-old’s ...