UFC 317: Topuria vs Oliveira

UFC 317 crowned a new Lightweight Champion, as Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira fought for the vacant title after Islam Makhachev vacated the belt to move up to 170lbs. This marked Topuria’s first fight at Lightweight since 2021. Arman Tsarukyan, who was the number-one contender at the time, weighed in as the backup. The co-main event saw Alexandre Pantoja defend the Flyweight Championship against Kai Kara-France, while Van and Royval also delivered a Fight of the Year contender.