Aleksandre Topuria, with a record of 5-1, is likely to make a strong debut in the UFC, surrounded by a highly skilled team. His preparation has been led by his brother, Ilia, who has set a high standard of excellence. Ilia is accompanying Aleksandre in Sydney, where the debut fight will take place. The team also includes Merab Dvalishvili, a Georgian fighter who dominates the bantamweight category and recently defeated Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 311. Another Georgian UFC fighter, Guram Kutateladze, is also part of the team, along with elite trainers such as the Climentin brothers, Jesús Gallo, and Javi Climent.
The Topuria brothers are making history as the first siblings to have the potential to become champions in the UFC. They have been creating memorable moments during Fight Week in Australia. One such moment occurred during the official photography session on Wednesday, where Ilia was seen motivating his brother Aleksandre. Ilia’s words of encouragement, “Open them. That they know who represents them. That they are calm, that everything is conquered, everything is dominated,” were spoken while posing with the flags of Georgia and Spain.
As is customary with the Topuria brothers’ fights, they will enter the octagon with both the Georgian and Spanish flags, representing their country of origin and their host country, where they have lived for over a decade. The presence of these flags is a symbol of their heritage and their connection to both countries. With a strong team and family support, Aleksandre Topuria is ready to make his debut in the UFC.
“Open them. That they know who represents them. That they are calm, that everything is conquered, everything is dominated,” were the words of Ilia to his brother Aleksandre while posing with the flags of Georgia and Spain.
Know who represents them. That they are calm, that everything is conquered, everything is dominated
The Topuria brothers will appear at their exit to the octagon with both flags, a gesture that reflects their connection to their heritage and their host country. This tradition is a testament to the strong bond between the brothers and their pride in representing both Georgia and Spain.