Ilia Topuria vs Josh Emmett
Ilia Topuria vs Josh Emmett: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Ilia Topuria and Josh Emmett?
Topuria and Emmett faced off in a highly anticipated match that showcased Topuria's striking and grappling prowess, further elevating his status in the lightweight division.
Ilia Topuria
Key numbers
- Total fights17
- Wins17
- Wins by knockout7
- Wins by submission8
- Wins by decision2
Top honours
- UFC Featherweight Champion2024
- UFC Lightweight Champion2025
- Performance of the Night AwardsMultiple
- Fight of the Night AwardsMultiple
- First Georgian and Spanish UFC Champion2024
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Josh Emmett
Josh Emmett is a leading contemporary in the sport — head-to-head meetings with this athlete are among the most closely followed in the era.