Aleksandre Topuria set for UFC return against Santiago Luna in November
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:41 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Aleksandre Topuria is reportedly set to return to the Octagon on Nov. 21 at UFC Qatar in Doha. The bantamweight fighter is in discussions to face Santiago Luna, who is 2-1 in the UFC coming off a submission loss. Topuria last competed in November 2025, winning by unanimous decision. His brother Ilia Topuria, a former champion, is not scheduled to return until next year. Another possible matchup for the event includes Ikram Aliskerov versus Jared Cannonier.
- •Aleksandre Topuria last fought in November 2025.
- •He has a professional record of 7-1.
- •Santiago Luna holds a record of 8-1.
- •Luna is coming off a submission loss to Bryce Mitchell.
- •UFC Qatar is scheduled for November 21 in Doha.
- 5:41 AMSherdog — Ilia Topuria’s brother reportedly set for UFC return in November
- 5:41 AMYahoo Sports — Ilia Topuria’s brother reportedly set for UFC return in November
"Ilia Topuria’s brother, Aleksandre Topuria, is reportedly set to return to action in the Ultimate Fighting Championship later this year.
"Ilia Topuria’s brother, Aleksandre Topuria, is reportedly set to return to action in the Ultimate Fighting Championship later this year.
Sources
External links- SherdogSep 17, 2026, 5:41 AMIlia Topuria’s brother reportedly set for UFC return in November
Ilia Topuria’s brother, Aleksandre Topuria, is reportedly set to return to action in the Ultimate Fighting Championship later this year.
- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 5:41 AMIlia Topuria’s brother reportedly set for UFC return in November
Ilia Topuria’s brother, Aleksandre Topuria, is reportedly set to return to action in the Ultimate Fighting Championship later this year.
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