Ilia Topuria was born on January 21, 1997, in Halle, Westfalen, Germany, and is a former UFC featherweight champion, with expertise in both striking and ground game. Topuria started his journey in martial arts by beginning to train in Greco-Roman wrestling at seven and later followed it up with mixed martial arts when he moved to Spain at age 15. Topuria turned professional in 2015 and quickly racked up a slew of submission wins that showcased his skills on the mat. Following the perfect regional record, he made a name for himself in organizations such as Brave CF and Cage Warriors.
Topuria’s UFC debut came in 2020 when he took a short-notice fight against Youssef Zalal and defeated him by unanimous decision, announcing his arrival in the promotion. Since then, Topuria has solidified himself as a top contender at featherweight with notable wins against Ryan Hall, Jai Herbert, Bryce Mitchell, and Josh Emmett. His win over Emmett in 2023 positioned him to get a title shot against the former featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 298 on October 26, 2024. Topuria won the bout via a second-round KO and made his first title defense against Max Holloway at UFC 308 on October 26, 2024.
Ilia Topuria Son
In a UFC 308 Embedded episode, it was revealed that Ilia Topuria has a son named Hugo Topuria. While little is known about Hugo, Topuria expressed his full support for whatever path his son chooses, whether it's martial arts or any other interest. Topuria also recently welcomed a daughter with his wife, Giorgina Uzcategui, expanding their family.
Ilia Topuria Wife
Ilia Topuria’s wife is Giorgina Uzcategui, who is an influencer and entrepreneur and is usually spotted ring-side supporting the reigning UFC featherweight champion. They have a son named Hugo Topuria and a daughter born in 2024. Giorgina has established a successful platform for herself, having a social media following of over 260,000 followers. She is also the founder of "Future & Energy," a company focused on sustainable and eco-friendly living.
Last updated on June 16, 2025
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FAQs Ilia Topuria's Son
A. Ilia Topuria is a father to two children.
A. Ilia Topuria has a son named Hugo Topuria. The name of his daughter remains undisclosed.
A. As of June 2025, Ilia Topuria is 28 years old.
A. As of June 2025, Ilia Topuria has switched to the lightweight division of the UFC.
A. He is five feet and seven inches tall.
