Dana White has made it clear that he’s in this game purely to serve up those jaw-dropping, ‘Holy sh*t’ moments that leave fans stunned. Max Holloway and Ilia Topuria are known for bringing jaw-dropping performances, and this weekend in Abu Dhabi, they’ll go head-to-head to determine the best featherweight. Both fighters are at the top of their game, and fans can expect another epic showdown as they battle it out for glory. Meanwhile, let’s break down a comparison of Holloway and Topuria to see what each fighter brings to the table ahead of their big fight.
Max Holloway Vs. Ilia Topuria: Age And Height
Starting with height and age, Holloway, a former featherweight champ, has been in the UFC for quite some time, but at just 32, he still has a lot to contribute to the sport. He has already accomplished a great deal in his career. Standing at 1.8 meters with a 1.75-meter reach, Holloway fights in the orthodox stance and continues to be a dominant force in the featherweight division.
On the other hand, the current champ, Ilia Topuria, at just 27, has already outclassed some of the UFC’s biggest names. Despite being slightly shorter than Holloway at 1.7 meters, he matches Holloway’s 1.75-meter reach and also fights in an orthodox stance. Young and flamboyant, Topuria has quickly made a name for himself in the featherweight division.
Max Holloway Vs. Ilia Topuria: Wins, KOs, And Titles
Looking at their records, Max Holloway, known as the Hawaiian BMF, quickly made his mark in the UFC after just four fights. Although he faced a setback in his debut against Dustin Poirier, he rebounded with three consecutive wins. 2016 he claimed the title by knocking out Anthony Pettis, but Alexander Volkanovski took the belt after three successful title defenses. Holloway currently has a 26-7-0 record, with 12 knockout victories, the most notable being against Justin Gaethje.
On the other hand, Topuria remains undefeated against takedowns, with 15 opponents attempting and failing to take him down. Topuria constantly pursues finishes, having a record of 12 wins out of 15 fights—5 by knockout and 8 by submission. In his career, Topuria has secured victories over several high-profile fighters, including Bryce Mitchell, Josh Emmett, and Alexander Volkanovski, from whom he won the title.
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Max Holloway Vs. Ilia Topuria: Net Worth Comparison
When it comes to finances, Holloway has been in the game long enough to amass a net worth of over $6 million. At UFC 300, he earned more than $1 million, with $600,000 coming from event bonuses, marking it as his highest payday to date.
On the other hand, Topuria has an estimated net worth of $2 million. He earned his largest purse of $350,000 in his last fight against Volkanovski. Now that he’s a champion, he’s expected to see big earnings moving forward.
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