Ilia Topuria lost to Justin Gaethje via fourth-round TKO due to corner stoppage in the main event of UFC Freedom 250.
Gaethje's coach Trevor Wittman noticed Topuria gets super flat after grappling with his opponents.
## What happened in the fight?
Topuria dominated Gaethje on the mat in the second round but got tired and lost the next two rounds.
Gaethje won the first round with his striking and then broke down Topuria with heavy strikes.
## Why Ilia Topuria gets tired
Wittman said Topuria's grappling style makes him tired, which was evident in his fight against Gaethje.
Topuria started his MMA career as a grappling-heavy fighter, with his first seven wins coming by submission.
## Ilia Topuria's fighting style
Although Topuria is known for his knockout power, he has grappled in a few of his fights, including his UFC debut against Youssef Zalal.
He submitted Bryce Mitchell in one of his fights, but mostly prefers to stand and bang.
Trevor Wittman's strategy was to let Topuria tire himself out, which worked as Gaethje won the fight.
## What's next for Ilia Topuria?
Topuria will look to bounce back from his loss to Gaethje, and his next fight will be crucial in determining his future in the UFC.
As of UFC Freedom 250, Gaethje is the lightweight champion, and Topuria will have to work his way back up to challenge for the title.
Ilia Topuria's loss to Justin Gaethje was a stunning upset, but he can still recover and become a top contender in the UFC.
The fight between Gaethje and Topuria was one of the most exciting in recent UFC history, with both fighters giving it their all.