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Ilya Topuria Vacates UFC Featherweight Title, Moves to Lightweight Division

by Georgia Today
February 20, 2025
in Highlights, Newspaper, Sports
Reading Time: 1 min read
Ilya Topuria. Source: MtavariTV

Ilya Topuria. Source: MtavariTV

Ilia Topuria has vacated his UFC Featherweight Championship title to move up to the Lightweight division, confirms UFC President Dana White. Topuria cited challenges with weight management as the primary reason for his decision.

“Topuria feels that he has done everything in this division. He has left his legacy. His body can no longer lose weight, so Topuria will move to lightweight, and his title will become vacant” White said in a video address.

In response to Topuria’s move, a Featherweight Championship bout between former champion Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes has been scheduled for UFC 314 on April 12, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.

Topuria’s transition to the Lightweight division has generated significant interest, with potential matchups against top contenders like Charles Oliveira and a possible rematch with Alexander Volkanovski being discussed.

As of now, no official date has been announced for Topuria’s debut in the Lightweight division. Fans are eagerly awaiting updates on his next fight and potential opponents.

By Team GT

Tags: Alexander VolkanovskiIlia TopuriaUFC Featherweight Championship
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