04:13MMA Champion Ilia Topuria defended his featherweight title at UFC 308, knocking out his rival Max Holloway in a Featherweight World Championship Bout in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi on Saturday.
Footage shows the Etihad Arena lobbies, with fans lining up to purchase MMA merchandise including shirts and photos, before Topuria arrives at the press conference after his victory holding his belts.
Speaking to reporters after solidifying his status as a featherweight champion, Ilia Topuria said "I call this because I knew it. It's a surprise for a lot of people. But for me, it's like I knew it. I said it. And I did it."
The tournament was part of Abu Dhabi Challenge 2024. The UFC championship is considered the leading annual sports event in Abu Dhabi, attracting icons of this popular sport.
'I get the knockout' - Ilia Topuria retains featherweight champion title at 'UFC 308'
MMA Champion Ilia Topuria defended his featherweight title at UFC 308, knocking out his rival Max Holloway in a Featherweight World Championship Bout in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi on Saturday.
Footage shows the Etihad Arena lobbies, with fans lining up to purchase MMA merchandise including shirts and photos, before Topuria arrives at the press conference after his victory holding his belts.
Speaking to reporters after solidifying his status as a featherweight champion, Ilia Topuria said "I call this because I knew it. It's a surprise for a lot of people. But for me, it's like I knew it. I said it. And I did it."
The tournament was part of Abu Dhabi Challenge 2024. The UFC championship is considered the leading annual sports event in Abu Dhabi, attracting icons of this popular sport.
MMA Champion Ilia Topuria defended his featherweight title at UFC 308, knocking out his rival Max Holloway in a Featherweight World Championship Bout in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi on Saturday.
Footage shows the Etihad Arena lobbies, with fans lining up to purchase MMA merchandise including shirts and photos, before Topuria arrives at the press conference after his victory holding his belts.
Speaking to reporters after solidifying his status as a featherweight champion, Ilia Topuria said "I call this because I knew it. It's a surprise for a lot of people. But for me, it's like I knew it. I said it. And I did it."
The tournament was part of Abu Dhabi Challenge 2024. The UFC championship is considered the leading annual sports event in Abu Dhabi, attracting icons of this popular sport.