Who is Ilia Topuria? Volkanovski’s rival in UFC 298 Career record, stats, and KOs

Let’s look at “El Matador” The rising Spanish sensation who is set to clash with the seasoned champion Alexander Volkanovski in UFC 298.

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IIlia Topuria, the rising Spanish sensation set to clash with the seasoned champion Alexander Volkanovski in UFC 298, affectionately known as “El Matador,” has taken the MMA world by storm. With an undefeated record of 14 wins, he stands as a force to be reckoned with in the featherweight division.

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What makes Ilia Topuria truly fascinating?

Knockout Mastery: Topuria’s knockout ratio is impressive. He has secured four knockout victories out of his 14 wins. His first knockout win came against Stephen Goncalves in November 2019. Since then, he has continued his knockout spree in the UFC, defeating notable opponents like Damon Jackson, Ryan Hall, and Jai Herbert. His striking precision and power have left fans in awe.