Ilia Topuria predicts a quick duel against Justin Gaethje and explains why: 'I've never been wrong'

Ilia Topuria celebrates victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC

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Ilia Topuria He once again made a bold prediction about the outcome of his duel against Justin gaethjeThe Spaniard faces the American in the main event of UFC White HouseThe fight, scheduled for June 14th, is for the lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg). Despite the enormous anticipation surrounding the event, considered one of the most awaited in history, 'El Matador' believes in a quick resolution to the fight.

In an interview with Ariel Helwani, Topuria indicated that he could finish the fight in the first round, especially if his opponent maintains an aggressive and predictable posture in the octagon. The champion also reinforced his confidence by stating that he sees himself at a higher technical level than the other competitors in the division, highlighting that, despite recurring criticism and doubts, his predictions continue to be confirmed inside the cage.

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“If he doesn’t start walking around, I’m going to knock him down in the first round. As I always say, I feel like nobody can reach my skill level inside the octagon. And when I say that, they start calling me a liar, saying I’m this, that I’m that, but… They think I’m going to be wrong (in my prediction), but that hasn’t happened yet,” he said. Ilia Topuria.

Ilia Topuria predicted his knockout against Charles Oliveira at UFC 317.

before facing Charles of the Bronx No. UFC 317, held in June 2025, Ilia Topuria He pointed out in an interview with UFC News that the Brazilian's aggressive style was a clear advantage for his game.

“Stylistically, to be honest, his style is perfect for me because I don’t need to close the distance with him, since he moves forward from the first second. So, this will be much easier for me… I think it will be a more striking fight from the first second. He will feel the speed and power, and then he will start looking for takedowns and ground game. But I believe it will be very, very quick, because I will finish him in the first two or three minutes,” explained the Spaniard.

Ilia Topuria 🇬🇪🇪🇸 won Charles of the Bronx 🇧🇷 by knockout in the first round and won the Ultimate lightweight belt. #ufcbr pic.twitter.com/wl3e2vTYTi

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