Ilia Topuria, the Georgian-Spanish powerhouse, initially dismissed Holloway as a contender. But then UFC 300 happened, and things did change. Holloway’s knockout of Justin Gaethje left Topuria slack-jawed and rethinking his stance. The undefeated featherweight champ has just dropped some new training footage, and it’s turning heads faster than a fighter’s spin kick.
Fast forward to now, and Topuria’s latest video is causing quite a stir. The champ’s YouTube channel is buzzing with a showcase of his refined skills. His striking looks crisp and his footwork looks smooth. The power he generates is no secret as well as he slept Alexander Volkanovski with just one shot.
Ilia Topuria just released some new training footage 👀💪
🎥 YT / @Topuriailia #UFC #MMA #UFC308 pic.twitter.com/C4Q2DOGkKA
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) September 23, 2024
But let’s not forget who his opponent is. Max Holloway is a fighter who has got cardio for days and a chin made of adamantium. He has never been knocked out or knocked down in his career. It’s a case of when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object.
So, while Topuria’s footage is impressive, let’s not write off Holloway just yet. ‘Blessed’ has surprised fans before, and he might just do it again. One thing is for sure, though – UFC 308 can’t come soon enough. This matchup is shaping up to be a barnburner.
Fight Fans React To Ilia Topuria’s New Training Footage
The undefeated featherweight champ just dropped some new training footage. The footage, shared on Topuria’s YouTube channel, is nothing short of spectacular. His skills were on display, and his striking was on point. Fight fans had a field day with this video.
Fight fans took to social media to comment on his recent training. Some were delighted and expressed how technical Topuria’s striking was. Others believed that Max Holloway was in trouble after seeing that video.
Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:
I love Max but looks like Max is fucked
— Gaethje with Glasses (@MMANerd64) September 24, 2024
I’m gonna be the only truthful Max fan and say I am absolutely worried for this fight.
— kamran (@Kamster_Rook) September 23, 2024
His boxing is crazy. pic.twitter.com/6ICcaKkpEY
— Talking Lizard 🦎 (@Lizard69Talking) September 23, 2024
Ilia’s boxing is so crisp, one of the few MMA fighters that could make a successful transition to pure boxing.
— Fight Philosophy (@fphilosophyofl) September 23, 2024
Don’t make me doubt Max…. I’m sticking with my pick 😫
— The Fight Lab (@The_FightLab) September 23, 2024
I hate his personality, but he’s good
— Shahab (@Shahabs) September 24, 2024
If max beats this guy which I think he will my god
— Los (@HushBulla) September 23, 2024
Oh he’s ready for this fight boy.
— ML (@MoreLeeroyV) September 23, 2024
One thing is for sure: UFC 308 can’t come soon enough. This matchup is shaping up to be explosive. Will it be Topuria’s technical precision or Holloway’s relentless pressure that wins the day? Only time will tell.
