Prelim Fight Results: UFC 308 - Topuria vs Holloway
The highly anticipated UFC 308 event, headlined by a thrilling featherweight clash between Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway, delivered a night of incredible action. The prelims were packed with exciting bouts, showcasing a mix of rising stars and seasoned veterans. Here’s a breakdown of the preliminary fight results:
Main Card
- Ilia Topuria defeated Max Holloway by TKO (Punches) at 4:25 of Round 1
Topuria dominated the fight from the opening bell, showcasing his impressive striking and grappling skills. He landed a flurry of punches that sent Holloway stumbling backward, and ultimately secured the finish with a barrage of punches on the ground. This victory cemented Topuria’s position as one of the most exciting contenders in the featherweight division.
Preliminary Card
- Dusko Todorovic defeated Brendan Allen by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
This middleweight clash was a back-and-forth affair with both fighters landing significant strikes. However, Todorovic’s relentless pressure and superior striking accuracy earned him the judges’ nod.
- Marc Diakiese defeated Viacheslav Borshchev by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
The lightweight bout saw Diakiese display his slick striking and athleticism to secure a closely contested decision. Borshchev put up a tough fight, but Diakiese’s precision and volume striking proved to be the difference.
- Muhammad Mokaev defeated Charles Johnson by TKO (Punches) at 4:35 of Round 1
Mokaev continued his impressive rise in the flyweight division, securing a dominant victory against Johnson. The fight showcased Mokaev’s superior grappling and ground-and-pound skills, as he quickly took Johnson down and finished the fight with punches.
- Nassourdine Imavov defeated Chris Curtis by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
This middleweight showdown saw Imavov deliver a dominant performance, outstriking Curtis and controlling the pace of the fight. Imavov’s well-rounded skillset proved too much for Curtis, leading to a convincing unanimous decision victory.
Overall, UFC 308’s prelims delivered a night of high-quality action. With impressive victories from rising stars like Topuria and Mokaev, the future of the UFC looks bright. Stay tuned for more exciting fight breakdowns and analyses.