Ilia Topuria, the UFC fighter, has decided on a new moniker, and it`s already generating considerable buzz.
Reactions to the change have been diverse, with opinions split.
Formerly recognized as “El Matador,” Topuria has officially declared his new identity as “La Leyenda,” the Spanish translation of “The Legend.”
The 28-year-old athlete boasts an unblemished professional record of 16 wins and no losses, including a perfect 8-0 run in the UFC, highlighted by his UFC featherweight championship victory. His two most recent title fights saw him deliver stunning knockouts against Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway. Notably, Topuria stands alone as the only fighter to have defeated Volkanovski at 145 pounds and the only one to have finished Holloway with strikes.
Topuria is now planning a move to the 155-pound division, aiming for a second championship title. He`s capitalizing on this pivotal moment by rebranding himself ahead of a potential clash with Islam Makhachev. This decision to adopt the new nickname hasn`t been universally embraced, with some observers expressing skepticism. One comment noted, “He`s talented, but this nickname is a bit much.”
Explore more fan reactions to Topuria`s new “La Leyenda” nickname below.
