UFC's Aljamain Sterling plans grappling strategy against featherweight champ Ilia Topuria for potential title shot.

UFC fighter Aljamain Sterling, a former bantamweight champion, believes he can neutralize featherweight champion Ilia Topuria's offense by focusing on grappling rather than striking. Sterling is set to face undefeated Movsar Evloev at UFC 310, where a victory could earn him a title shot against Topuria. Sterling aims to avoid a striking battle, as Topuria has more submission wins than knockouts.

October 28, 2024
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