Aleksandre Topuria, a Hispanic-Georgian fighter, has made a successful debut in the UFC, winning unanimously against Colby Thicknesse. This victory marks a new triumph for Spanish MMA in the best league in the world. Topuria’s dominance and control throughout the fight earned him a well-deserved win, and he has expressed his satisfaction on social networks, stating that everything has come out as he visualized it.
The year 2024 was good for Spanish MMA, with several notable fights and victories, including two from Ilyia Topuria and a won belt, two by Joel Álvarez, and another by Dani Bárez. However, 2025 is shaping up to be even better, with historical fights of increasing level. The new year has started strong, with Topuria’s victory, and upcoming fights, such as Dani Bárez’s match against André Lima on March 15 in Las Vegas, are highly! anticipated.
There have been good times, difficult, changes, many expectations, etc … but in the end, everything has come out as visualizing it
Aleksandre Topuria
Topuria’s triumph has surprised many people outside of Spain, showcasing his solidity and strength in the octagon. He didn’t give his opponent any options, and his return to Alicante will be triumphant.
The future of Spanish martial arts looks promising, with local promoters like Wow, War, or AFL growing and potentially signing national fighters for the UFC. Names like Salah Eddine or Hecher Sosa are at the doors with impressive records. Additionally, there is the possibility of a UFC event in Spain, which would be a decisive step in making this sport even bigger in the country. According to Dana White, there is a chance that an event will be held in Spain this year, which would be a significant milestone for Spanish MMA.
The success of Spanish fighters in the UFC is expected to continue, with more signings and fights anticipated in the coming year. As the sport continues to grow in popularity, it will be exciting to see how 2025 unfolds for Spanish martial arts. With talented fighters like Topuria, Bárez, and others leading the way, the future looks bright for Spanish MMA.
