Ilia Topuria's recent three-fight knockout streak has made him a prominent figure in the UFC.
His victories over established champions like Volkanovski and Holloway are undeniably impressive feats of athleticism.
However, some, including Max Holloway, question whether Topuria's opponents were at their peak performance levels.
This raises questions about the degree to which his success is due to pure skill versus favorable match-ups orchestrated by the UFC.