Topuria wins UFC lightweight title with stunning knockout of Oliveira | Mixed Martial Arts News

Spain’s Ilia Topuria achieved a first-round knockout victory over Charles Oliveira at UFC 317, claiming the UFC lightweight title after moving up to the 155-pound division. In the co-main event, Alexandre Pantoja retained his flyweight title with a third-round submission win over Kai Kara-France, while other fights saw Joshua Van, Beneil Dariush, and Payton Talbott secure unanimous decision victories.

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Ilia Topuria knocked out Charles Oliveira in the first round to win the UFC lightweight title, just like he promised he would.

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