Age, Biography, and Wiki
Ilia Topuria was born on January 21, 1997. He is celebrated for his achievements in mixed martial arts, especially in the UFC. Topuria became the first Spanish UFC champion after winning the featherweight title in 2024. His background in Greco-Roman wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has been pivotal in his success in the octagon.
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| Date of Birth | 21 January 1997 |
| Age | 28 Years |
| Birth Place | Halle, Germany |
| Horoscope | Aquarius |
| Country | Georgia |
Height, Weight & Measurements
- Weight: 144.5 lbs, competing primarily in the featherweight division at 145 lbs.
Topuria started his career with four straight submission wins on the Spanish regional scene and won a belt in Mix Fight Events promotion. In 2018, he competed in his first international fight in Cage MMA Finland. In the same year, in May, he became the first Georgian black belt in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu alongside his brother Alex Topuria. Months later he received the opportunity to fight for the Cage Warriors Bantamweight Championship at the Lotto Arena in Antwerp, Belgium. Ilia failed to make the agreed weight so despite winning the fight quickly, he did not get the belt.
Topuria was scheduled to face Movsar Evloev on January 22, 2022, at UFC 270. However, Evloev withdrew from the bout for undisclosed reasons and was replaced by Charles Jourdain. However, Topuria was pulled from the card due to a medical issue related to cutting weight and the bout was cancelled.
Despite rumors of a rematch between Topuria and Volkanovski, on February 19, 2025, it was announced that Topuria will vacate the Featherweight championship as soon as the featherweight championship main event at UFC 314 starts. UFC president Dana White explained Topuria's unexpected move, citing difficulties cutting weight, a lack of interest in the division's competition, and a desire to move up to Lightweight permanently.
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Dating & Relationship Status
Ilia Topuria is in a relationship with Giorgina Uzcategui Badell. The couple is expecting their first child, marking a significant personal milestone for Topuria.
to Georgian parents who were refugees from Abkhazia. At the age of seven, Topuria moved to Georgia with his family and started practicing Greco-Roman wrestling at a local school. After the Russo-Georgian War, at the age of 15, they once again relocated, this time to Alicante, Spain. In 2015, he made his debut as a professional in local competitions. Topuria has an older brother, Aleksandre Topuria, who is also a professional mixed martial artist signed to the UFC.
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Net Worth
Ilia Topuria is very active on social media platforms. He has a significant following on Instagram, with over 7 million followers. He frequently shares updates about his career and personal life, often using his platform to inspire young fans.
Education
Topuria is known for his inspirational messages and commitment to being a role model for the younger generation. His dedication to his craft and his fans has made him a celebrated figure in the MMA world.
