The Rise of Ilia Topuria
Ilia Topuria, a prominent figure in the UFC, has been making waves in the world of mixed martial arts. As the highest Spanish representative in the sport, he has proven himself to be a force to be reckoned with. His impressive victories, including his win against Volkanovski in February and his successful defense of the ‘featherweight’ belt against Holloway in October, have solidified his position as a top contender.
Topuria’s success has not gone unnoticed, and he has been generating a lot of buzz in the UFC community. His challenges to Connor McGregor, a legendary MMA fighter, have been met with excitement and anticipation. The possibility of a duel between the two has been a topic of discussion, with many fans eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see these two fighters face off in the ring.
A Personal Encounter
Topuria has had a personal encounter with McGregor, which left a lasting impression on him. In an interview with Jordi Wild, Topuria shared his experience, stating that McGregor gave him a “bad vibe” and an “aura of hell.” He also mentioned that his coach, AgustÃn Climent, had a similar intuition, predicting that McGregor would lose badly, which ultimately came true when McGregor broke his leg.
The feeling it gave me was an aura of hell. Not wanting to be close to him