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News - October 27, 2024

UFC 308 Results: Ilia Topuria Knocks Out Max Holloway to Retain Featherweight Title

A spectacular night in Abu Dhabi as Topuria defends his title; full results and highlights from UFC 308.


Catch all the UFC 308 results: Ilia Topuria KOs Max Holloway, Khamzat Chimaev submits Robert Whittaker, plus full fight outcomes from Abu Dhabi.


A Night of Unforgettable Finishes at UFC 308

The Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi was the epicenter of mixed martial arts action on October 26th, as UFC 308 delivered a night filled with high-stakes matchups and spectacular finishes. Headlined by a featherweight title clash between champion Ilia Topuria and former champion Max Holloway, the event lived up to its billing, providing fans with unforgettable moments.


Main Event: Topuria Defeats Holloway by Third-Round Knockout

In a highly anticipated showdown, Ilia Topuria (16-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) successfully defended his featherweight title by knocking out Max Holloway (26-8 MMA, 22-8 UFC) at 1:34 of the third round. Topuria became the first fighter to finish Holloway via strikes, solidifying his status as a dominant force in the division.

The fight began with both athletes exchanging leg kicks and probing strikes. Topuria secured early takedowns, showcasing his wrestling prowess. As the rounds progressed, his powerful right hands began finding their mark. In the third round, a devastating right hand stunned Holloway, followed by a left that sent him to the canvas, prompting referee Marc Goddard to stop the fight.


Co-Main Event: Chimaev Submits Whittaker in First Round

Khamzat Chimaev (14-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) made a triumphant return to the Octagon, submitting former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker (27-8 MMA, 17-6 UFC) with a face crank at 3:34 of the first round. Chimaev wasted no time implementing his game plan, shooting for an early takedown and dominating Whittaker on the ground before securing the submission victory.


Main Card Highlights

Magomed Ankalaev Outpoints Aleksandar Rakic

Top-ranked light heavyweight contender Magomed Ankalaev (20-1-1 MMA, 10-1-1 UFC) earned a unanimous decision victory over Aleksandar Rakic (14-5 MMA, 6-3 UFC), with all three judges scoring the bout 29-28. Ankalaev’s effective striking and pressure throughout the fight strengthened his case for a future title shot.

Lerone Murphy Edges Dan Ige

In a closely contested featherweight bout, Lerone Murphy (15-0-1 MMA, 7-0-1 UFC) remained undefeated by securing a unanimous decision over Dan Ige (18-9 MMA, 10-8 UFC). All judges scored the fight 29-28 in favor of Murphy, who utilized timely takedowns and sharp striking to gain the edge.

Shara Magomedov Delivers Spectacular Knockout

Middleweight prospect Shara Magomedov (14-0 MMA, 3-0 UFC) continued his impressive run by knocking out Armen Petrosyan (9-3 MMA, 3-2 UFC) with a spinning backfist at 4:52 of the second round. After a competitive contest, Magomedov unleashed a highlight-reel finish that left the crowd in awe.


Preliminary Card Standouts

  • Ibo Aslan defeated Rafael Cerqueira via TKO (punches) just 51 seconds into the first round, showcasing his striking power.
  • Geoff Neal secured a TKO victory over Rafael dos Anjos due to a knee injury at 1:40 of the first round.
  • Mateusz Rebecki won a hard-fought split decision against previously undefeated Myktybek Orolbai, in a bout that saw both fighters have significant moments.
  • Kennedy Nzechukwu defeated Chris Barnett via TKO in the first round, adding another impressive win to his record.

Full UFC 308 Results

Main Card

  • Ilia Topuria def. Max Holloway via KO (punches) – Round 3, 1:34 – to defend featherweight title
  • Khamzat Chimaev def. Robert Whittaker via submission (face crank) – Round 1, 3:34
  • Magomed Ankalaev def. Aleksandar Rakic via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
  • Lerone Murphy def. Dan Ige via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
  • Shara Magomedov def. Armen Petrosyan via TKO (spinning backfist) – Round 2, 4:52

Preliminary Card

  • Ibo Aslan def. Rafael Cerqueira via TKO (punches) – Round 1, 0:51
  • Geoff Neal def. Rafael dos Anjos via TKO (knee injury) – Round 1, 1:40
  • Mateusz Rebecki def. Myktybek Orolbai via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
  • Abus Magomedov def. Brunno Ferreira via submission (arm triangle) – Round 3, 3:14
  • Kennedy Nzechukwu def. Chris Barnett via TKO (punches) – Round 1, 4:27
  • Farid Basharat def. Victor Hugo via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
  • Ismail Naurdiev def. Bruno Silva via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
  • Rinat Fakhretdinov def. Carlos Leal via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

Fight Summaries

Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway

The main event saw champion Ilia Topuria facing former champ Max Holloway in a high-paced featherweight bout. The first round was competitive, with both fighters exchanging strikes and Topuria securing takedowns. In the second round, Topuria’s powerful right hands began to take a toll on Holloway. In the third round, a massive right hand from Topuria stunned Holloway, followed by a left hook that dropped him, leading to the stoppage.

Khamzat Chimaev vs. Robert Whittaker

Khamzat Chimaev showcased his grappling dominance against Robert Whittaker. Early in the first round, Chimaev secured a takedown and controlled Whittaker on the ground. After transitioning to take Whittaker’s back, Chimaev locked in a face crank submission, forcing Whittaker to tap at 3:34 of the opening round.

Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic

In a strategic light heavyweight contest, Magomed Ankalaev used effective striking and cage control to earn a unanimous decision over Aleksandar Rakic. Ankalaev pressed the action throughout the fight, landing significant strikes and neutralizing Rakic’s offense.


An Unforgettable Night in Abu Dhabi

UFC 308 delivered an action-packed event that lived up to expectations. From Topuria’s historic knockout to Chimaev’s dominant submission victory, the night was filled with performances that will be remembered for years to come.


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