UFC 308 brought electrifying action to the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 26, 2024, showcasing thrilling bouts and unforgettable finishes. Here’s a breakdown of all 13 fights, from the main event showdown between Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway to the intense battles in the prelims - UFC 308 Results..

Main Event – UFC Featherweight Championship

• Ilia Topuria def. Max Holloway via KO/TKO (Left Hook to Ground Strikes) at 1:34 of Round 3

  In a jaw-dropping finish, Ilia Topuria claimed the Featherweight Championship with a left hook that floored Holloway, followed by relentless ground strikes that forced the stoppage. Topuria's power and precision overwhelmed the Hawaiian legend, marking a significant shift in the division.

Co-Main Event

• Khamzat Chimaev def. Robert Whittaker via Submission (Face Crank) at 3:34 of Round 1

  Chimaev wasted no time, displaying his grappling dominance by submitting former champion Robert Whittaker in the first round. The face crank showcased Chimaev's immense strength and technical prowess, making a strong case for his title contention.

Main Card Highlights

1. Magomed Ankalaev def. Aleksandar Rakić via Unanimous Decision

   Ankalaev and Rakić went toe-to-toe for three grueling rounds, but Ankalaev’s effective striking and control on the ground earned him a decisive victory.

   
   

2. Lerone Murphy def. Dan Ige via Unanimous Decision

   Murphy showcased his versatility, outclassing the tough Ige in a well-rounded performance that solidified his place in the featherweight ranks.

   
   

3. Sharabutdin Magomedov def. Armen Petrosyan via KO/TKO (Double Spinning Backfist) at 4:52 of Round 2

   In one of the most unique finishes of the night, Magomedov delivered a double spinning backfist to KO Petrosyan. The spectacular technique left fans in awe of his creative striking abilities.

Preliminary Card Recap

• Aslan def. Cerqueira via KO/TKO (Standing TKO, Punches) at 0:50 of Round 1

  Aslan wasted no time, landing powerful punches that forced an early standing TKO in under a minute.

  
  

• Geoff Neal def. Rafael dos Anjos via KO/TKO (Leg Injury) at 1:40 of Round 1

  An unfortunate leg injury for dos Anjos led to a quick finish as Neal claimed victory in a heartbreaking twist for the former lightweight champion.

  
  

• Mateusz Rębecki def. Sair Orolbai via Split Decision

  Rębecki narrowly edged out a victory in this closely contested match, with both fighters showcasing grit and endurance.

  
  

• Abubakar Magomedov def. Carlos Ferreira via Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) at 3:14 of R3

  Magomedov secured a win late in the fight with a textbook arm triangle choke, showcasing his grappling expertise.

  
  

• Kennedy Nzechukwu def. Chris Barnett via KO/TKO (Knee to the Body and Punches) at 4:27 of Round 1

  Nzechukwu’s well-timed knee followed by punches forced the referee to step in, marking an impressive finish over the durable Barnett.

• Javid Basharat def. Hugo Viana via Unanimous Decision

  Basharat utilized his technical skills to dominate on the scorecards, outmaneuvering Viana for a solid victory.

  
  

• Ismail Naurdiev def. Claudio Silva via Unanimous Decision

  Naurdiev’s superior conditioning and striking precision led him to a clear decision win.

  
  

• Rinat Fakhretdinov def. Gabriel Leal via Unanimous Decision

  In a back-and-forth battle, Fakhretdinov displayed strong defense and control to secure a unanimous decision.

Final Thoughts

UFC 308 was a night packed with surprises and masterful performances, from Topuria’s featherweight title crowning to Chimaev’s first-round submission over Whittaker. The action was nonstop, with highlight-reel knockouts and impressive grappling on display across the card.

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