Javier Mendez considers Ilia Topuria to be a nearly complete fighter.
Topuria has appeared nearly flawless so far, with 15 finishes in his 17 career wins. “El Matador” is undoubtedly one of the best boxers in MMA, often landing combinations like a traditional pugilists. Mendez considers Topuria to be the best boxer in MMA and advises opponents to stay out of his boxing range. Mendez also believes Topuria’s wrestling is decent, as is his jiu-jitsu — per reports from his training partners. While Mendez sees Topuria as a nearly complete fighter, the American Kickboxing Academy head coach notices one flaw in the UFC lightweight champ.