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UFC star says he's facing extortion plot with 'false allegations of domestic abuse'

December 15, 2025

UFC champion Ilia Topuria has announced he will step away from fighting for at least the first half of 2026 due to an extortion plot involving false domestic abuse allegations. Topuria, who remains undefeated with a record of 17-0, won the UFC Lightweight Championship in June and will continue to hold his title while he addresses these serious personal issues.

UFC star says he's facing extortion plot with 'false allegations of domestic abuse'

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Ilia Topuria is stepping away from UFC for the first half of 2026.
He is facing an extortion plot involving false allegations of domestic abuse.
Topuria holds an undefeated record of 17-0 and won the Lightweight Championship in June.
Dana White confirmed Topuria will retain his championship title during this period.

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UFC star says he's facing extortion plot with 'false allegations of domestic abuse'

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UFC star says he's facing extortion plot with 'false allegations of domestic abuse'

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