Ilia Topuria faces Charles Oliveira in a highly anticipated lightweight matchup, streaming live and exclusively on STARZPLAY.
Dubai, UAE, 25 June 2025: STARZPLAY, the leading subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region, will exclusively stream UFC 317 live from Las Vegas, Nevada, this Sunday, 29 June, at 6 AM GST. The event promises to be one of the standout cards of the year, headlined by a lightweight title clash between former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria and former lightweight kingpin Charles Oliveira.
In the main event, Ilia Topuria looks to make history as he moves up a weight class to fight for the vacant lightweight belt. After an undefeated run and recently vacating his featherweight belt, he has cemented himself as one of the most dominant fighters in the UFC. With a professional record of 15 wins and no losses, Topuria aims to become a two-division champion — a rare accomplishment in UFC history.
Standing in his way is Charles “Do Bronx” Oliveira, one of the most accomplished in UFC history. Renowned for his record-breaking submission victories and relentless striking, Oliveira holds a professional record of 35 wins and 10 losses. Since losing the lightweight title in 2022, Oliveira has fought his way back up, determined to reclaim the throne. This matchup brings together Topuria’s undefeated momentum and Oliveira’s veteran experience in what promises to be a compelling, high-stakes encounter.
The co-main event features a flyweight title bout between reigning champion Alexandre Pantoja and top contender Kai Kara-France. Pantoja, who has steadily built momentum with three consecutive title fight victories, looks to defend his belt against fierce striker, Kara-France. With both fighters bringing dynamic skill sets to the Octagon, this clash is set to deliver an action-packed contest.
UFC 317 marks another milestone in STARZPLAY’s exclusive MMA coverage. As the go-to platform for UFC fans across the MENA region, STARZPLAY continues to offer premium live sports entertainment complementing its extensive library of Hollywood blockbusters, Arabic series, Turkish dramas, and more.
Tune in to STARZPLAY to catch all the drama, skill, and intensity of UFC 317 live and exclusively. Visit www.starzplay.com for more information.
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