UFC 308 Results: Ilia Topuria knocks out Max Holloway

LockerRoom Team

30 Dec 2024

The electrifying UFC 308 delivered unforgettable moments, showcasing both emerging talents and established champions. Rising stars like Lerone Murphy, Shara Magomedov, and Ilbo Aslan displayed their contender potential, while Magomed Ankalaev secured a title shot in the light heavyweight division. In the spotlight, Khamzat Chimaev and Ilia Topuria delivered performances for the ages.

UFC Featherweight Championship

#AndStill! Ilia Topuria successfully defended his featherweight title, becoming the first to knock out former champion Max Holloway. In a masterclass of striking, Topuria unleashed a devastating left hand in the third round, cementing his dominance. After the fight, Topuria confidently declared himself the best in the world.

Co-Main Event

Khamzat Chimaev returned in spectacular fashion, submitting former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker in just 3:34 of the first round. Chimaev’s relentless wrestling left no room for error, and a face crank secured the finish. Grateful but confident, Chimaev stated, “My skills are unmatched.”

Awards

• Fight of the Night: Mateusz Rebecki vs. Myktybek Orolbai
• Performance of the Night: Ilia Topuria, Khamzat Chimaev, Shara Magomedov

Official Results

• UFC Featherweight Championship: Ilia Topuria def. Max Holloway via KO (Round 3, 1:34)
• Co-Main Event: Khamzat Chimaev def. Robert Whittaker via submission (Round 1, 3:34)
• Magomed Ankalaev def. Aleksandar Rakić via unanimous decision
• Lerone Murphy def. Dan Ige via unanimous decision
• Shara Magomedov def. Armen Petrosyan via KO (Round 2, 4:52)

Prelims Highlights:

• Ibo Aslan def. Rafael Cerqueira via TKO (Round 1, 0:51)
• Abus Magomedov def. Brunno Ferreira via submission (Round 3, 3:14).

UFC 308 has undoubtedly set the stage for the next wave of MMA greatness.