Ilia Topuria has once again declared he will deliver a violent finish to Charles Oliveira’s hopes at UFC 317 on June 28, as the two fighters close out the UFC’s International Fight Week at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This clash will mark Topuria’s first fight since returning to lightweight, battling Oliveira for the vacant title left behind by Islam Makhachev’s move to welterweight.

Topuria’s Confident Warning to Oliveira Before Their Title Fight

Since Dana White announced their title bout, Topuria has vowed a brutal conclusion to the fight, maintaining the confidence that helped him dominate featherweight opponents. Known as ‘El Matador,’ the Spaniard has made good on his promises this year by knocking out reigning featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski and similarly defeating Max Holloway. Ahead of UFC 317, Topuria has reiterated his savage prediction for Oliveira with new training clips and a stark message for ‘Do Bronx’ to “remember his pillow.”

Oliveira Challenges Topuria’s Power Claims Before UFC 317

Though Topuria has shown formidable strength throughout his undefeated run, Charles Oliveira remains unfazed by these claims. The Brazilian star believes he has the power advantage heading into their June 28 showdown, as he aims to reclaim the lightweight championship.

I don’t care much about what people say there. In reality, that’s the reality,

Oliveira told Full Violence.

I know he’s (Topuria) a guy who hits hard, but he’s talking about the lightweight category, the harder category.

I fought against Justin Gaethje and everyone said he was the guy who hit harder, and when I did, he went down,

Oliveira added.

I believe in the power of fire in the hands that I have, so let’s wait, on the 28th we’ll meet.

—Charles Oliveira, UFC lightweight contender

Oliveira’s claim of raw power has found validation in the past, as Justin Gaethje, known for his striking, once described ‘Do Bronx’ as the hardest hitter he faced inside the Octagon, highlighting the Brazilian’s formidable striking ability despite his grappling reputation.

UFC 317’s Anticipated Impact on Lightweight Division’s Future

The upcoming bout not only features two of the toughest fighters in the division but also signals a major shift in the lightweight division after Islam Makhachev’s departure. Topuria’s aggressive style and Oliveira’s confidence set the stage for a brutal and tense encounter that could redefine the championship landscape.

Fans and analysts will be watching closely on June 28, as the fight’s outcome will likely influence the division’s trajectory, potentially crowning a dominant new champion or reigniting Oliveira’s legacy following his recent losses. The violent finish Topuria predicts reinforces the high stakes surrounding the battle inside Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena during this highly charged UFC event.