In the aftermath of Max Holloway's electrifying victory over Justin Gaethje at UFC 300, a new challenge emerged as Ilia Topuria accepted the call-out from the BMF champion himself.
The MMA world is still buzzing from Holloway's stunning knockout. Now, the stage is set for a clash between two powerful fighters.
"I want Topuria, I don't care if it's in Hawaii or Spain," Holloway declared, eager for the next battle.
Responding to Holloway's challenge, Topuria showed his respect for the legendary fighter while expressing his confidence in their upcoming clash. "Congrats on your performance Max," Topuria acknowledged on social media. "Respect your story and everything you achieved with a beautiful family. Hopefully we gonna share the octagon before the end of the year and trust me you gonna feel something that you never felt before. I will be the first one to take your lights out," he warned.
Congrats on your performance Max . Respect your story and everything you achieved with a beautiful family . Hopefully we gonna share the octagon before the end of the year and trust me you gonna feel something that you never felt before . I will be the first one to take your…
— Ilia Topuria (@Topuriailia) April 15, 2024
With mutual respect between the fighters, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown that promises fireworks inside the Octagon. UFC 300 delivered on all fronts, and the anticipation for the Holloway-Topuria matchup adds another layer of excitement to the mix.
Ilia Topuria wasted no time in accepting Holloway's challenge, confirming their bout for the near future. "We clearly have the next fight. It's going to be Max Holloway," Topuria affirmed. "We talked about it in the meeting, nothing concrete, but if he came out victorious he was going to be next."
WATCH Israel Adesanya, Ilia Topuria, and others react to Max Holloway's BMF knockout of Justin Gaethje at UFC 300
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Gaethje vs. Holloway was a spectacle to behold, with the Hawaiian fighter showcasing his dominance over his opponent. Despite Gaethje's resilience, it was Holloway's night to shine, culminating in a historic KO that left fans in awe.
As Holloway eagerly eyes his next challenge, Topuria stands ready to test his mettle against the BMF champion. With both fighters displaying remarkable skill and determination, their upcoming showdown promises to be one for the ages, further solidifying UFC 300 as a night to remember in the world of combat sports.