Ilia Topuria

Ilia Topuria

"El Matador"

🏆 17 ❌ 0 ➖ 0 7
Age 28
Height 5′7″ / 173 cm
Division Featherweight (145 lbs)
Reach 68″ / 175 cm
Nationality Spain
Residence Alicante, Spain
Place of Birth Halle Westfalen, Germany
Rankings
🥇 #1 Featherweight

Next fight

Next fight of Ilia Topuria is not determined yet.

Fight History

June 28, 2025
Win (KO)

Recent News

Biography

Ilia Topuria is a professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC, known for his well-rounded skill set and rapid rise through the featherweight division. He was born on January 21, 1997, in Germany to Georgian parents and moved to Georgia at a young age, where he began practicing Greco-Roman wrestling. Later, his family relocated to Spain, where Topuria transitioned to Brazilian jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts.

Topuria began his professional MMA career in 2015, quickly earning a reputation as a dominant finisher. After maintaining an undefeated record on the European regional circuit, he made his UFC debut in 2020. He won his first fight on short notice and continued to build momentum with a series of decisive victories over ranked opponents.

Topuria’s performances have demonstrated both strong grappling fundamentals and powerful striking, making him one of the most dynamic fighters in his division. His technical growth and composure in high-level competition have positioned him as a leading contender in the UFC.

With a background that spans multiple countries and martial arts disciplines, Ilia Topuria represents a new generation of international athletes in the UFC. He continues to compete at the highest level with aspirations of capturing championship gold.

FAQ

ILIA TOPURIA PROFILE

WHAT IS ILIA TOPURIA'S RECORD?

Ilia Topuria's record currently stands at 17 wins, 0 lose and 0 draw.

WHAT WAS TOPURIA'S LAST FIGHT?

Ilia Topuria's last fight took place against Charles Oliveira on June 28, 2025, in Las Vegas, USA. He won by KO in the 1 round. That fight was 9 days ago.

HOW ACTIVE IS ILIA TOPURIA?

Topuria's last 3 fights have come over a period of 1 year, 4 months and 11 days, meaning he has been fighting on average every 5 months and 12 days. In those fights, he fought a total of 6 rounds, meaning that they have lasted 2 rounds on average.

WHERE IS ILIA TOPURIA FROM?

Topuria was born in Germany.

HOW OLD IS ILIA TOPURIA?

The Ilia Topuria is currently 28 years old. He was born on Jan. 21, 1997, so he will turn 29 in 6 months and 14 days.

HOW LONG HAS TOPURIA BEEN FIGHTING?

Ilia Topuria made his professional debut in April 2015, so he has been a pro for 10 years.

HOW TALL IS ILIA TOPURIA?

Topuria is 5' 8" (5 Foot and 8 inch) which is 173 cm (1 meter and 73 centimeters).

WHAT IS TOPURIA'S REACH?

His reach is 69 inches (69") which is 175 cm (1 meter and 75 centimeters).

WHAT STANCE DOES ILIA TOPURIA USE?

Topuria fights from a orthodox, which means he favours his right hand as his power hand when fighting.

WHAT WILL BE ILIA TOPURIA'S NEXT FIGHT?

Ilia Topuria doesn't currently have a fight scheduled

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