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Ilia Topuria Vacates Featherweight Title, New Title Fight Set For UFC 314


Published on 2025-02-20 05:45:20 - Newsweek
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  • Ilia Topuria has decided to depart the UFC featherweight division, and former champ Alexander Volkanovski is set to fight for the vacant title at UFC 314.

Ilia Topuria has vacated the UFC featherweight title, leading to a new championship bout scheduled for UFC 314. The article discusses the implications of this decision, highlighting the upcoming fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Yair Rodriguez for the now-vacant title. It explores the reasons behind Topuria's choice to step down, possibly due to injury or personal reasons, and the excitement surrounding the new matchup. The piece also touches on the potential impact on the featherweight division, the fighters' preparations, and the anticipation of fans for this high-stakes event.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/mma_ufc/ilia-topuria-vacates-featherweight-title-new-title-fight-set-for-ufc-314/ar-AA1zqIrX ]