UFC star Ilia Topuria, of Spanish-Georgian descent, has engaged in a verbal sparring match with his football idol, Cristiano Ronaldo. As the anticipation builds for UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi, Ronaldo stirred the pot by commenting on Topuria’s upcoming fight against Max Holloway.
In the video, Ronaldo remarked that “Topuria talks too much” and praised Holloway as a “tough guy.” He suggested that Topuria hadn’t yet faced the elite fighters in the division but left the door open for recognition if he were to defeat Holloway.
Topuria did not take Ronaldo’s comments lightly. Responding on his X account, he expressed frustration, questioning Ronaldo’s views and asserting the distinction between confidence and arrogance. Despite the tension, he extended his best wishes to the football star for his future endeavors.
The bout between Topuria and Holloway confirmed the fighter’s prowess. Not only did Topuria emerge victorious, but he also achieved the remarkable feat of Knocking out Holloway in the third round—something no one had accomplished in Holloway’s 34-fight career. With this significant win, Topuria is well on his way to making a lasting impact in the world of mixed martial arts, as he continues to chase his ambitious goals.
