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Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway - Fight Analysis and Prediction​

Weight Class: Featherweight (145 lbs)
Fight Type: 5 Rounds
Prediction: Holloway vs. Topuria
Confidence: 60-65% in Holloway
Predicted Outcome: Holloway by Decision (5th Round)

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Fighter Profiles and Metric Breakdown​

Metric	Max Holloway	Ilia Topuria
Striking
Striking Accuracy	80	75
Striking Defense	78	70
Significant Strikes Landed per Minute (SLpM)	7.16	3.32
Striking Power	65	85
Striking Variety	85	70
Grappling
Takedown Accuracy	55	85
Takedown Defense	83	60
Ground Control	65	75
Submission Threat	55	70
Physical Attributes
Cardio	95	85
Chin	90	80
Reach (69 in. vs. 71 in.)	71	69
Fight IQ	85	75
Fight Team & Training
Training Camp Quality	90	80
Training Partners Quality	90	80

Key Analysis Points​

1. Striking
   • Max Holloway: Known for his relentless pace, Holloway's high striking output and exceptional accuracy can be overwhelming. He maintains a range that forces his opponents to cover distance to engage. Holloway’s reach and height advantage, along with elite defensive movement, allow him to land combinations while avoiding counterattacks. His striking variety, including elbows, body shots, and combinations, is among the most diverse in the division.
   • Ilia Topuria: Topuria is a powerful striker with knockout potential in both hands. While his output is not as high as Holloway's, he has the ability to counter aggressively, making each strike dangerous. Topuria may look for overhand punches and hooks to close the distance and disrupt Holloway’s rhythm, but his lower reach and high risk of overextending could leave him vulnerable to Holloway’s range attacks.
2. Grappling and Ground Control
   • Max Holloway: Holloway’s takedown defense has shown to be one of his strengths, nullifying attempts from several accomplished grapplers. Although not known for his offensive wrestling, his grappling defense has kept him on his feet, forcing opponents to engage in striking. In this matchup, Holloway will likely focus on maintaining distance, using his jab and movement to evade takedowns.
   • Ilia Topuria: Topuria is a solid grappler with a high submission threat, especially effective with strong positioning in top control. His takedown attempts could be crucial in breaking Holloway’s striking rhythm. If he secures takedowns, he may gain critical points and potentially threaten submissions, though Holloway's durability and cardio make it difficult to secure a finish.
3. Cardio and Durability
   • Max Holloway: Holloway’s cardio is almost unmatched, and his capacity to maintain high output through all five rounds has been proven against elite opponents. His chin has also withstood considerable punishment, even in extended exchanges.
   • Ilia Topuria: While Topuria has solid cardio, he has yet to go a full five rounds in a competitive fight, especially against a volume striker like Holloway. His explosive style may face diminishing returns if he can't control Holloway early on, and his cardio could be tested heavily if the fight extends into the later rounds.
4. Fight IQ and Strategy
   • Max Holloway: Holloway has shown incredible adaptability within fights, often changing pace or game plans to exploit opponents’ weaknesses. His approach to high-volume striking and his range control is likely to be a pivotal element in dealing with Topuria’s power and grappling.
   • Ilia Topuria: Topuria will likely aim to either finish Holloway early or implement a grappling-heavy approach, given Holloway's high volume and cardio advantage. However, his approach may need to adapt if Holloway’s output proves challenging to keep up with, especially if Topuria's gas tank starts to deplete.

Scoring Summary​

Metric	Holloway	Topuria
Striking Total	80	70
Grappling Total	67	73
Physicality Total	90	83
Fight IQ Total	85	75
Training and Team	90	80
Total Score	412	381

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Final Prediction and Rationale​

Prediction: Max Holloway by Decision (5th Round)
Confidence Level: 60-65%

This matchup leans toward Holloway due to his cardio, striking output, and overall adaptability. His experience with high-volume striking over five rounds may overwhelm Topuria, especially if the fight becomes a drawn-out battle. Holloway’s proven durability against power strikers and his exceptional ability to defend takedowns give him an edge to control the fight's rhythm and positioning.

Topuria’s path to victory would likely require early dominance through effective grappling or landing heavy strikes. However, if Holloway can avoid Topuria's power shots and maintain a high volume, he will likely secure a decision victory by consistently outpointing Topuria across the rounds.