In a highly anticipated matchup, Ilia Topuria is set to face Alexander Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 298 on February 17. While Topuria may not have a UFC title under his belt yet, he remains confident that defeating the current featherweight champion will solidify his own shot at UFC gold. With an impressive record of 14-0, including a flawless 6-0 run in the UFC, the 27-year-old fighter is determined to make a name for himself in the featherweight division.
Topuria's most recent victory came in June 2023 when he secured a unanimous decision win over Josh Emmett, a former interim featherweight title challenger. Now, he is set to go head-to-head with Volkanovski, who has successfully defended his featherweight crown five times. The odds may be against Topuria, as Volkanovski enters the bout as the favorite at -120, while Topuria stands as the underdog at +100. Still, Topuria is unfazed and is ready to showcase his skills on the grand stage.
