Ilia Topuria displayed confidence during his first face-to-face meeting with Max Holloway ahead of their UFC featherweight championship fight at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi, where tensions flared at the press conference.
Ilia Topuria’s confidence was undeniable during his first face-off with Max Holloway. The anticipation is building as they gear up for their UFC featherweight championship clash.
This Saturday, Topuria and Holloway will headline UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi. Things got a bit fiery between the two at Thursday’s press conference. It all ended with their first intense staredown.
With Dana White standing between them, Topuria approached the stage grinning widely. As he neared Holloway, he couldn’t help but laugh in the BMF champ’s face. Bold move? Maybe.
The newly crowned featherweight champ whispered something to Holloway. But Holloway just shrugged it off and posed for the fans. Cool as a cucumber, that guy.
Catch the electrifying faceoff between Topuria and Holloway in the video above. Plus, see the rest of the main card matchups post-UFC 308 presser.
UFC 308 kicks off this Saturday at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Main card airs live on ESPN+ pay-per-view after prelims on ESPN and ESPN+. Don’t miss it!