Ilia Topuria, an undefeated contender in MMA with a 14-0 record, is set to face the FW champion Alex Volkanovski. Topuria has been making headlines by calling out UFC star Conor McGregor using his catchphrase and expressing confidence in finishing Volkanovski in the first round. He has also stated that he will never give Max Holloway, Yair Rodriguez, or Brian Ortega a title shot. There is anticipation around a potential showdown between Topuria and Sean O’Malley, with O’Malley expressing interest in attending the UFC298 clash and eyeing a champ vs. champ showdown if Topuria emerges victorious. Topuria's confidence and bold statements have garnered attention, with some speculating about his potential success and impact in the MMA world.
Sean O’Malley coach: Chito Vera hasn’t improved much since first fight, won’t be confident at UFC 299 https://t.co/0rPmJJyf0u
Ilia Topuria has done a better job getting people invested in his fight than the promotion behind him Every time I open this app people are freaking out about every word that comes out of his mouth It's awesome Give that man a microphone and get out of his way
I feel like I've been higher on Sean O'Malley than most, but it's pretty clear to anyone with eyeballs that Ilia Topuria would actually uppercut Sugar out of the cage. https://t.co/FPYpmmUWEo
A month before UFC 299, Tim Welch, the longtime head coach of Sean O’Malley, contrasts Sean’s improvements versus Chito's progress since their initial bout in 2020. “I don’t think his confidence is super high, but Chito’s dangerous - he is really really good at getting beat up… https://t.co/m6OOTd8e3b
Coach Tim Welch thinks Ilia Topuria is a "good fight" for Sean O'Malley, but doesn't feel Topuria wants it. "I think you can kind of hear it in Ilia’s voice when you even bring up Sean. It doesn’t seem like he’s that interested in that.” ▶️ https://t.co/uvuE4NWM28 #TheMMAHour https://t.co/TAuiCmPDJ6
Tim Welch is asked what would be next for Sean O'Malley if he beats Marlon Vera. #TheMMAHour https://t.co/TgljrrFOj5
Sean O’Malley speaks on his carefree persona. 👀 #UFC299 “I’m chasing greatness,” O’Malley said during an interview with Demetrious Johnson. “I want to be up there with the greatest of all time.” “.. I’ve wanted to be the greatest since I started. “But building that “Suga”… https://t.co/qcQJ5FjFKB
Tim Welsh says that Sean O'Malley fighting Cory Sandhagen Merab Dvalishvilli & Henry Cejudo are bound to happen. #UFC299 #TheMMAHour
“I don’t think his confidence is super high, but ‘Chito’ is dangerous. He’s really good at getting beat up and then winning." Coach Tim Welch says Sean O'Malley's side won't "underestimate" 'Chito' Vera in the rematch 👀 ▶️ https://t.co/uvuE4NWM28 #TheMMAHour https://t.co/S1ryDjL5zV
Ilia Topuria is producing a film titled “Road to the Belt” that is set to release in 2024, shortly after he wins the title at #UFC298 Now that is confidence 😂 https://t.co/nF6BBZ39Bi
Ilia Topuria took down Khamzat Chimaev once during sparring 😳 (per @KOlmeneroMMA) https://t.co/VysSAi2EOb
Ilia Topuria knocked down Khamzat Chimaev during sparring once 😳 (via. @KOlmeneroMMA) #UFC298 #MMA https://t.co/WoN7QsyBPj
The Ilia Topuria onslaught continuous 👀 https://t.co/lsqY6izmtN
Sean O’Malley wants to ‘put the lights out’ on ‘dangerous’ Ilia Topuria Full story: https://t.co/AHEudnHaJS https://t.co/R6OwermQGl
Sean O’Malley wants to ‘put the lights out’ on ‘dangerous’ Ilia Topuria https://t.co/8c3tK1xJef
The first thing that came to mind when listening to Ilia Topuria speak with utmost confidence during his conversation with Ariel Helwani on Monday was an interview with Dan Hooker from last year discussing the psychological differences between undefeated fighters and those who… https://t.co/0dQc5xt1Og https://t.co/ZnSZbfMm4u
#UFC298 headliner Ilia Topuria isn’t interested in the current crop of featherweight contenders 😤 https://t.co/0FgQlu7CQX
This fight is as good as won for Ilia Topuria. Strickland vs Du Plessis taught us that the man with the mid gf always loses. #UFC298 https://t.co/IvXAvxek7u
Ilia Topuria says he'll never give Max Holloway, Yair Rodriguez or Brian Ortega a title shot #UFC298 https://t.co/bV1ma4qjUP
Ilia Topuria is no longer interested in Paddy Pimblett in the octagon, but cannot promise the same in the streets 😳 #UFC298 #UFC #MMA https://t.co/wAyoCCIjCd
Sean O’Malley eyes champ vs. champ showdown with Ilia Topuria, if he claims #UFC gold at #UFC298 Read More: https://t.co/1FnPIb3qcs https://t.co/ca8DrpHtuf
🚨| Sean O’Malley has said there is a chance he will be in attendance for next weekends #UFC298 clash between Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria as he eyes double champ status should Topuria be victorious on February 17. 👀🏆🏆 [per The MightyCast] #UFC298 #UFC #MMA https://t.co/CwcbrcubMj
Ilia Topuria is aiming to finish Volk in the very first round 👊 https://t.co/8PqrqdJZNJ
Ilia Topuria. Knock this man out. https://t.co/TY3WvcfNsq
Incredibly thorough look at Ilia Topuria Must read if you like MMA and your blood is red https://t.co/RNoDAMkauy
What is Ilia Topuria’s chin made of?! 😮💨 https://t.co/FL5qqlOfdo
Ilia Topuria calls Conor McGregor out using UFC star's own catchphrase 👀 https://t.co/XCPj9hrWKt
Illia Topruia claims Alex Volkanovski won't get an instant rematch because he won't want one, and reveals he will never Yair Rodriguez,Brian Ortega and Max Holloway a shot and they should retire via The MMA Hour https://t.co/uQe9deQY3R
The Evolution of Ilia Topuria Undefeated (14-0) contender @Topuriailia is set to face the FW champion @alexvolkanovski this month A deeper look at El Matador’s development as an MMA fighter since his pro debut THREAD 🧵 https://t.co/Smq90PL6El
I bet Ilia Topuria watches A LOT of Canelo.
Ilia Topuria cheekily uses Conor McGregor's catchphrase as he calls UFC star out https://t.co/XCPj9hroUV
Topuria Vs. ... McGregor? ‘That’s The Fight I’m Looking For’ https://t.co/cyqFvQpxcB