MMA fans are in for a major treat this weekend as the blockbuster showdown between Max Holloway and Ilia Topuria is going down in Abu Dhabi. This featherweight title clash between Topuria and the former champ is one of the most hyped events of the year. Both fighters are coming off huge wins, so the energy is through the roof. Before things go down, let’s break it all down with some quick predictions and a preview of what’s about to go down.
UFC 308: Max Holloway vs. Ilia Topuria Prediction
Max Holloway, the Hawaiian BMF, quickly made his mark in the UFC, securing his spot after just four fights. His debut against Dustin Poirier was a setback, but he bounced back with three straight wins. In 2016, he claimed the title by knocking out Anthony Pettis. However, Alexander Volkanovski took the belt from him after three title defenses.
Currently, Holloway holds a 26-7-0 record, having defeated numerous big names in the sport. Thanks to his exceptional boxing skills, he has secured 12 knockout wins, with the most impressive coming in his last bout against Justin Gaethje.
On the other hand, no fighter has managed to take down Topuria. So far, 15 opponents have tried, but he has come out on top every time. Unlike Holloway, the Georgian-Spanish fighter doesn’t just rely on his boxing skills; his Greco-Roman wrestling background gives him a solid ground game as well. Throughout his career, he has consistently sought finishes, winning 12 out of 15 fights—5 by knockout and 8 by submission.
When it comes to predictions, it’s tough to call, especially since both fighters are coming off the best wins of their careers, having knocked out Gaethje and Volkanovski. As Dana White mentioned, it’s unfortunate for fans to see either one of them lose. However, considering Topuria’s well-rounded skills, he could secure the victory against Holloway, potentially with a finish, either by knockout or submission.
How to Watch Holloway vs. Topuria?
For fans wondering where to catch the Abu Dhabi event, those in the USA can buy the event on ESPN+ PPV. In the UK, it will be broadcast on TNT Sports, while viewers in India can tune in through the Sony Sports Network. Additionally, UFC Fight Pass is an option for fans around the globe. Here are the details for the fight card.
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- Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway
- Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev
- Lerone Murphy vs. Dan Ige
- Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic
- Shara Magomedov vs. Armen Petrosyan
Preliminary Card
- Geoff Neal vs. Rafael dos Anjos
- Mateusz Rebecki vs. Myktybek Orolbai
- Said Nurmagomedov vs. Daniel Santos
- Abus Magomedov vs. Brunno Ferreira
- Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Chris Barnett
- Farid Basharat vs. Victor Hugo
- Ismail Naurdiev vs. Bruno Silva
- Rinat Fakhretdinov vs. Nursulton Ruziboev
- Ibo Aslan vs. Raffael Cerqueira
This event isn’t just about Holloway vs. Topuria; there are other attractions like Chimaev vs. Whittaker and Ankalaev vs. Rakic. And let’s not forget about fighters like Shara Magomedov and Rafael Dos Anjos. To put it simply, the fight card is shaping up to be very compelling, even from the preliminary bouts onward.
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