Ilia Topuria vs Max Livingston

Max Livingston has the height edge at 188cm vs 170cm for Ilia Topuria — a 18cm difference that gives Livingston the ability to fight behind range.

This is a orthodox vs southpaw matchup — creating interesting angles and footwork dynamics. Max Livingston fighting from the southpaw stance often poses problems for orthodox fighters, particularly with the straight left hand and lead-foot positioning.

Ilia Topuria brings a record of 17-0-0 across 17 professional bouts (100% win rate).Max Livingston enters with 101-19-7 from 127 fights (80% win rate).

Max Livingston has the experience edge with 127 bouts compared to 17 — that's 110 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.

In terms of finishing power, Ilia Topuria is the more prolific finisher with a 41% stoppage rate compared to 23% for Max Livingston. Topuria has shown the ability to end fights decisively.

Ilia Topuria remains undefeated at 17-0 — an unblemished record that adds psychological pressure on Max Livingston to be the one to hand them their first loss.

At 29, Ilia Topuria is 38 years younger than Max Livingston (67). Youth can translate to speed, recovery, and a longer runway — but Livingston's experience and ring IQ shouldn't be underestimated.