Bryce Mitchell vs. Ilia Topuria Set For Dec 10th

Abdullah Ouazri·October 24, 2022

With Movsar Evloev injured and forced to withdraw, Ilia Topuria steps in to face Bryce Mitchell on December 10th at UFC 282 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas per Topuria.

This bout will take place in the Featherweight (145 lbs) division.

Bryce Mitchell holds a professional record of 15-0-0 and is currently ranked #9. His notable wins include Edson Barboza, Andre Fili, and Charles Rosa.

Ilia Topuria holds a professional record of 12-0-0 and is currently ranked #14. His notable wins include Ryan Hall, Damon Jackson, and Youseff Zalal.

Bryce ‘Thugnasty’ Mitchell is well-known for his custom camo fight shorts and heavy grappling style. His last fight was a mauling of Edson Barboza that earned him a 30-25 scorecard against the legend. His relentless pace combined with an ever-improving standup game makes him a tough challenge for any fighter.

Bryce Mitchell picks up a massive win over Edson Barboza. Credits to: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Ilia Topuria is also a strong grappler but is more known for his heavy hands in the UFC. After submitting the first 7 opponents he faced, Ilia made a case to enter the UFC with a stunning knockout and has continued to do so, putting his last 3 opponents to sleep.

These two are among the biggest prospects in the sport and will look to steal all the hype from one another.