Ilia Topuria - Record, Stats and AI-Analytics
Ilia Topuria is one of the most complete and technically refined fighters in modern MMA. His style seamlessly blends elite-level boxing with a strong Greco-Roman wrestling base and high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Unlike specialists, Topuria operates as a true mixed martial artist - dangerous in every phase of the fight and capable of finishing opponents anywhere.
- 17-0-0Record
- 7KO / TKO
- 8Sub
STRIKING
Striking Breakdown
Topuria is widely regarded as one of the best pure boxers in the UFC. His striking is built on classic boxing fundamentals - precision, timing, and layered attacks. He excels at breaking opponents down methodically, targeting the body before finishing exchanges to the head.
His defensive awareness and footwork allow him to control range while minimizing damage.
His defensive awareness and footwork allow him to control range while minimizing damage.
- 11.94Thrown strikes per minuteaccording to Stats Fight app
- Body-head combinationsDevastating liver shots followed by hooks or overhands upstairs.
- Boxing defenseUses shoulder roll, head movement, and tight guard.
- Angle cuttingTraps opponents near the cage with intelligent footwork.
- Knockout powerCarries fight-ending power in both hands.
- Calf kicksUses low kicks to disrupt stance and slow opponents.
Signature Trait:
Elite boxing with destructive body-head transitions — he systematically breaks opponents down before delivering precise finishing shots.
Elite boxing with destructive body-head transitions — he systematically breaks opponents down before delivering precise finishing shots.
WRESTLING
Wrestling & Grappling
Although known for his striking, wrestling is a foundational element of Topuria’s game. His Greco-Roman background gives him strong clinch control, balance, and positional dominance.
He uses wrestling not just defensively, but as a tool to dictate where the fight takes place.
He uses wrestling not just defensively, but as a tool to dictate where the fight takes place.
- 100%Takedowns effectivenessaccording to Stats Fight app
- Clinch controlStrong upper-body control and physical strength in close range.
- Takedown defenseExcellent positional awareness against high-level wrestlers.
- Top pressureMaintains control and limits opponent movement effectively
- Ground-and-poundUses heavy strikes to create submission openings.
Signature Trait:
Clinch dominance and positional control — he dictates pace and location of the fight through physical strength and technique.
Clinch dominance and positional control — he dictates pace and location of the fight through physical strength and technique.
BJJ
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
A black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Topuria is a highly dangerous submission artist. His grappling is both technical and aggressive, allowing him to capitalize on small mistakes and finish fights quickly.
He is comfortable both initiating grappling exchanges and dominating from top position.
He is comfortable both initiating grappling exchanges and dominating from top position.
- 100%Sub effectivenessaccording to Stats Fight app
- Submission arsenalRear-naked choke, triangle choke, armbar, and anaconda choke.
- Finishing instinctEarly career success built on multiple submission victories.
- Control against elite grapplersProven ability to dominate high-level BJJ specialists.
- Transition awarenessSmoothly moves between positions to maintain control and attack.
Signature Trait:
High-level submission finishing ability — he can quickly capitalize on openings and secure submissions against elite opposition.
High-level submission finishing ability — he can quickly capitalize on openings and secure submissions against elite opposition.
TECHNICAL PROFILE
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
Elite boxing fundamentals. One of the most technically sound strikers in MMA today.
Complete skill set. Dangerous in striking, wrestling, and submissions.
Finishing ability. Proven ability to end fights by knockout or submission.
Fight IQ and composure. Makes smart decisions under pressure and controls the pace.
Elite boxing fundamentals. One of the most technically sound strikers in MMA today.
Complete skill set. Dangerous in striking, wrestling, and submissions.
Finishing ability. Proven ability to end fights by knockout or submission.
Fight IQ and composure. Makes smart decisions under pressure and controls the pace.
Weaknesses
Forward pressure reliance. Can be drawn into exchanges against elite counter strikers.
Risk in pocket exchanges. His confidence in boxing can expose him in close-range battles.
Limited data in prolonged adversity. Few fights where he has been tested deep into later rounds.
Target for leg kicks. Heavy boxing stance may leave him open to sustained low kick attacks
Forward pressure reliance. Can be drawn into exchanges against elite counter strikers.
Risk in pocket exchanges. His confidence in boxing can expose him in close-range battles.
Limited data in prolonged adversity. Few fights where he has been tested deep into later rounds.
Target for leg kicks. Heavy boxing stance may leave him open to sustained low kick attacks
GAME PLAN
How to Prepare to Fight Oliveira
- Maintain distance and movementAvoid being trapped against the cage.1
- Disrupt his rhythmUse feints and unpredictable timing.2
- Attack the legs earlyLimit his mobility and boxing base.3
- Avoid extended exchangesHis boxing accuracy is elite in the pocket.4
- Stay defensively responsible on the groundEven small mistakes can lead to submissions.5
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