Ilia Topuria’s Violent Threat to Charles Oliveira on UFC 317 Promo Goes Viral

UFC 317 top superstar Ilia Topuria shares a threatening line ahead of his title fight with Charles Oliveira.

Ilia Topuria’s Violent Threat to Charles Oliveira on UFC 317 Promo Goes Viral

Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira promo for UFC 317 is out (via X)

UFC 317 is undoubtedly one of the biggest events this year, and the excitement surrounding it is already extremely massive. The event will be headlined by knockout sensation Ilia Topuria and former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira in a thrilling clash. Both fighters are set to battle for the vacant lightweight title, raising anticipation and intensity among fans worldwide already.

With mind games starting early, this matchup promises fireworks and legacy-defining moments inside the UFC octagon at UFC 317. Recently, the UFC dropped the official promo featuring both superstars, and it instantly went viral across social media platforms. In the promo, former featherweight champion Topuria issued a serious threat aimed directly at ‘Do Bronx,’ intensifying the buildup further.

I feel so powerful at 155. I’m gonna touch his chin and it will explode.

Ilia Topuria via UFC 317 promo

Topuria is feared for his knockout power, delivering brutal finishes that prove his striking is elite and extremely dangerous. Last year against Alexander Volkanovski, Topuria shocked the world with a clean knockout, winning the 145-lbs belt. Following that, he also knocked out the legendary Max Holloway, proving his power works even against the toughest, most durable opponents.

This will be the second time Georgian-Spanish fighter competes at lightweight, and the extra weight may boost his power. In recent training footage, he appeared noticeably bigger and stronger, which made him the betting favorite heading into this fight. In the official promo, Topuria declared he represents the new generation of fighters and plans to prove that decisively.

Fight fans react to Ilia Topuria’s threat to Charles Oliveira

Ilia Topuria uses confident trash talk to get inside opponents’ heads, making bold predictions that build hype before every fight. He then backs up every word with dominant performances, silencing critics and proving his skills are as real as his confidence. His ability to deliver after talking big frustrates haters, who expect failure but watch him shine on the biggest stages.

Ilia Topuria is the fan favourite to beat Charles Oliveira at UFC 317
Ilia Topuria is the fan favourite to beat Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 (via Imago)

This mix of attitude and action boosts his popularity, turning every fight into must-watch entertainment for fans. This has helped him to become a superstar and it definitely helps in his confidence. Nevertheless, here are some reactions to his recent comments on Charles Oliveira on the UFC 317 promotion.

As expected, many fans showed their excitement about the fight and shared their predictions. Many backed Topuria to win via a brutal KO and others mentioned Oliveira’s experience and BJJ to prevail. Being a fan favorite, many fans want Oliveira to win but aren’t sure about how.

Topuria’s initial interest hinged on fighting Islam Makhachev and beating him to stop Dagestani’s stellar run. However, Makhachev recently announced his move to welterweight, which surprised many and led to accusations of him avoiding Topuria deliberately. Makhachev, who prioritized winning a second belt, hinted at a potential fight with Topuria later.

However, the Georgian-Spanish shut down any immediate title rematch after UFC 317. The lightweight division is stacked and many challengers such as Paddy Pimblett are ready to fight if Topuria wins. However, Oliveira does have an incredible chance to define all odds and shock everyone with a win.

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