Ilia Topuria Overtakes Makhachev as Top Pound-for-Pound MMA Fighter

Source: MMA pound-for-pound rankings, July 2025: Ilia Topuria dethrones Islam Makhachev as No. 1 in the world (2025-06-30)

Ilia Topuria has claimed the No. 1 spot in the MMA pound-for-pound rankings for July 2025, overtaking Islam Makhachev. This shift marks a significant change in the rankings, highlighting Topuria's rising dominance in the sport. The rankings update reflects the evolving landscape of MMA, with Topuria's impressive performance earning him the top position. Fans and analysts are now watching closely to see how this new ranking impacts future matchups and title contenders.

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