Youseff Zalal vs llia Topuria
The Story
Ilia Topuria makes his UFC debut against Youssef Zalal on Fight Island in October 2020 — the start of a future champion's UFC arc.
The Stakes
- •Topuria's UFC introduction and debut win
- •Featherweight prospect tier reshuffle
- •Zalal's chance to derail a rising prospect
- •Topuria's pre-title-shot foundational win