Dana White has announced one of the biggest and most hyped fights of this year. Ilia Topuria is set to make his first title defense against ‘BMF’ Max Holloway. While this announcement alone is enough to get fans talking, it has generated even more buzz due to the fact that the UFC boss mistakenly referred to Topuria as the Lightweight Champion. This error has led to plenty of fan reactions and discussions. Let’s take a look at how fight fans are reacting to this fumble by White.
Ilia Topuria, the current Featherweight Champion, was mistakenly called the Lightweight Champion by UFC President Dana White during the recent fight announcement. Fans pointed out the mistake, with one fan humorously commenting, “Dana said ilia was lightweight champ lmao”
Another fan also noticed the same mix-up and couldn’t help but laugh at the announcement.
While a fan questioned the announcement, asking, “Lightweight champion?”
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One fan questioned the announcement, saying, “Undefeated lightweight champ? I don’t see Khabib on this card.”
Not all fans are focusing on the mistake; many are genuinely excited about the event. One fan even called it one of the best fight cards of the year.
Another fan expressed excitement about the fight card and even made predictions about the fights.
Overall, the full fight card is on another level, with fans expecting it to be one of the best PPV events ever. Many are calling it one of the greatest fight cards of all time.
Dana White Announces Main Card Bouts For UFC 308
UFC 308 promises to be a thrilling event. The main event features a title fight between Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway. In the co-main event, Khamzat Chimaev finally faces Robert Whittaker after their June bout was postponed due to Chimaev’s illness. Fans eagerly anticipate Chimaev’s return to the octagon.
The main card also includes a light heavyweight clash between Magomed Ankalaev and Aleksandar Rakic, along with a heavyweight fight between Ciryl Gane and Alexander Volkov. Additional bouts on the card are Rinat Fakhretdinov vs. Nursulton Ruziboev, Dan Ige vs. Lerone Murphy, and Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Marcos Rogerio. The event will take place on October 26 at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, and fans are eagerly counting down the days.
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