Ilia Topuria became the new UFC lightweight champion after a stunning knockout victory over Charles Oliveira at UFC 317. Topuria strategically studied Oliveira's fighting style, concluding his opponent's inability to fight backward would be his downfall. Topuria's victory has propelled him to the top of the lightweight division, with many predicting future success. A potential fight with Paddy Pimblett is also being discussed, although some MMA analysts predict an easy win for Topuria.

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