As such, Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes clashed over the vacant 145lb title in April, with former champion Volk – whom Topuria dethroned last year – reclaiming his throne. Now, it is Makhachev’s vacant title that is up for grabs as Topuria faces Oliveira.

Ilia Topuria will look to claim a second belt at UFC 317. Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira preview. When Topuria (16-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) vacated his featherweight championship in Feb

Alexander Volkanovski’s dream bout is a rematch against Ilia Topuria with the Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight title on the line.