Ilia Topuria

Ilia Topuria, “El Matador,” is ranked No. 1 in the UFC lightweight division and No. 5 on the men’s pound-for-pound list. His record is 17-1-0. UFC.com calls him a Spanish-based Georgian, a former featherweight champion, and a former lightweight champion. He debuted in the Octagon on Oct. 10, 2020. He won a featherweight title bout by third-round KO/TKO over Max Holloway at UFC 308 on Oct. 26, 2024, and a lightweight title bout by first-round KO/TKO over Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 on Jun. 28, 2025. He lost the lightweight title to Justin Gaethje by fourth-round KO/TKO at UFC Freedom 250 on Jun. 14, 2026.