Ilia Topuria says Max Holloway's gesture signaled knockout was coming

Ilia Topuria revealed that when Max Holloway made his signature gesture instead of standing and trading, he knew he would finish the fight by knockout. Topuria stated he was determined not to let the fight reach the fifth round, specifically the final 10 seconds where Holloway often invites exchanges. The featherweight champion said he knew he would finish Holloway before that moment.