The BMF title is one of the most thrilling belts in the UFC, known for showcasing all-out wars inside the Octagon. Meanwhile, Ilia Topuria has become the UFC’s newest two-division champion, and veteran Chael Sonnen believes he should be holding a third belt—the BMF title—around his waist.
Max Holloway currently holds the BMF title, and fans witnessed Ilia Topuria defeat him. UFC veteran Chael Sonnen believes the BMF belt should have been on the line at UFC 308, which would have set Topuria up to walk away with three belts after winning the lightweight title at UFC 317. Speaking on a recent episode of Good Guy Bad Guy on ESPN, Sonnen said:
“That son of a b*tch should have three belts right now. Ilia Topuria should have two [belts] over his shoulders and one around his waist.”
Chael Sonnen calls it a mistake not putting the BMF title on the line in Ilia Topuria vs Max Holloway 🏆🤦♂️
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) July 1, 2025
"That son of a b*tch should have three belts right now. Ilia Topuria should have two [belts] over his shoulders and one around his waist."🤬
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Topuria defeated Charles Oliveira in style with a first-round knockout, delivering exactly what he promised in his pre-fight statements. The Spanish fighter once again backed up his words with action, reaching the greatest moment of his career so far.
Demetrious Johnson Says Topuria Could Fight A Few More Times Before Calling It Quits With A Perfect Record
Ilia Topuria has quickly become the superstar the UFC was searching for. His stunning first-round knockout of Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 not only earned him the lightweight title but also made him a two-division champion. With an already stacked resume featuring wins over Max Holloway, Alexander Volkanovski, and now Oliveira, his rise has been nothing short of remarkable.
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Despite his momentum, MMA legend Demetrious Johnson believes Topuria may not be around for long. In a recent YouTube video, Johnson said, “I think you’re going to see him 3–4 more times, maybe 5 max, and he’s gonna disappear. Undefeated, he could be a potential Khabib. It’s like, ‘I’m done, don’t need to prove anything.'”
Khabib Nurmagomedov retired with a perfect 29-0 record, leaving behind a legacy few can match. Could Ilia Topuria follow the same path, or will he eventually taste defeat in the UFC? Only time will tell—but for now, his resume speaks for itself.
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