Ilia Topuria def. Max Holloway via KO (R3, 1:34)
Khamzat Chimaev def. Robert Whittaker via sub (R1, 3:34)
Magomed Ankalaev def. Aleksandar Rakic via unanimous decision
Lerone Murphy def. Dan Ige via unanimous decision (29-28 x3)
Shara Magomedov def. Armen Petrosyan via TKO (R2, 4:52)
Ibo Aslan def. Raffael Cerqueira via first-round TKO (0:51)
Geoff Neal def. Rafael dos Anjos via first-round TKO (injury)
Mateusz Rebecki def. Myktybek Orolbai via split decision (29-28 x2, 28-29)
Abus Magomedov def. Brunno Ferreira via sub (arm triangle) (R3, 3:14)
Kennedy Nzechukwu def. Chris Barnett via first-round TKO (4:27)
Farid Basharat def. Victor Hugo via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28 x2)
Ismail Naurdiev def. Bruno Silva via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)
Rinat Fakhretdinov def. Carlos Leal via unanimous decision (29-28 x2, 30-27)
UFC 308 was held on October 26, 2024, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. It was a night filled with intense battles and significant moments. Here’s a detailed recap.
Main Event – Featherweight Championship: Ilia Topuria defended his title against the former champion Max Holloway in a bout that lived up to its billing. Topuria showcased why he’s considered a rising star by securing a TKO victory in the third round. He retained his championship and solidified his position at the top of the featherweight division.
Co-Main Event: Khamzat Chimaev continued his unstoppable rise by facing former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker. Chimaev’s performance was nothing short of dominant, submitting Whittaker with a jaw break, ending the fight in the first round. This victory has likely put Chimaev in line for a title shot, despite Sean Strickland being next in line officially.
Other Notable Fights:
Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic: This light heavyweight clash was crucial for contender status, with Ankalaev securing a victory, furthering his case for a title shot.
Ibo Aslan’s Debut: Ibo Aslan made a statement in his UFC debut, finishing Rafael Cerqueira with a stunning TKO in just over half a minute.
Performance Night Bonuses: Ilia Topuria, Khamzat Chimaev, and Sharabutdin Magomedov were awarded for their performances, reflecting their significant impacts on the event.
Fight of the Night: The battle between Mateusz Rębecki and Myktybek Orolbai was awarded this honor, showcasing a back-and-forth war that thrilled the audience despite not being among the headline fights.
Injuries: Chris Barnett’s injury before his fight started was a notable moment.
Overall Sentiment: From the reactions online, UFC 308 was described as “decent” with standout performances but also moments that were less memorable or even controversial.
