UFC 317 is set to wrap up on June 28 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, with a headline bout that promises fireworks. In the main event, Brazilian crowd favorite Charles Oliveira takes on former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria in an exciting lightweight clash. Ahead of the showdown, here’s a full preview and prediction to break down what each fighter brings to the octagon.
UFC 317 Preview And Prediction
Ilia Topuria has stormed through the featherweight division with an unblemished 16-0 professional record, solidifying himself as one of the UFC’s most dangerous and dynamic fighters today. With 14 of his 16 wins coming by finish—6 via knockout and eight by submission—Topuria has shown a rare balance of devastating striking and elite grappling.
His resume already features legendary names, including knockout victories over former champions Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway, establishing him as a rising star and a legitimate pound-for-pound threat. Topuria’s fight IQ, confidence, and finishing instincts make him one of the most complete fighters of this generation.
On the other hand, Oliveira is one of the most experienced and decorated lightweights in UFC history. With a staggering 35-10 record and an almost surreal 31 finishes, Oliveira holds the record for most submissions in UFC history—21 in total—highlighting his suffocating Brazilian jiu-jitsu game.
But what makes Oliveira so dangerous is his evolution on the feet, with 10 knockouts to his name and explosive wins over some of the division’s elite, including Justin Gaethje, Dustin Poirier, and Tony Ferguson.
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While Oliveira’s experience and versatility make him a constant threat, Topuria’s undefeated momentum, youth, and ability to adapt make this a fascinating clash of styles. Oliveira’s submission arsenal could pose problems if the fight hits the mat.
However, Topuria’s explosiveness, control, and power give him the edge in scrambles and striking exchanges. Fans can expect Topuria to register yet another career-defining performance.
Ilia Topuria Vs. Charles Oliveira Events Details
The action gets underway with the Early Prelims at 6:30 p.m. Eastern (3:30 p.m. Pacific), streaming live on ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass. At 8:00 p.m. Eastern (5:00 p.m. Pacific), the broadcast shifts to ESPN and ESPN+ for the Prelims, before the Main Card takes over at 10:00 p.m. Eastern (7:00 p.m. Pacific) as an ESPN+ pay-per-view exclusive in the United States.
Not just Topuria vs. Oliveira, but the whole card is stacked with talent from top to bottom. Rising star Payton Talbott and flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja are also set to compete, making this a night full of action, excitement, and must-watch moments.
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