With the dust of the octagon settling in 2025, card collectors are in for a treat that packs as much punch as a UFC fighter’s fist. Topps Knockout UFC makes a triumphant return this year, eagerly anticipated by fans and collectors alike. It’s not just a rehashing of yesteryears but presents a knockout blend of innovation and classic memorabilia that tell the vibrant and gritty stories of fighters immortalized in cardboard.
Inside each hobby box, collectors will find four packs containing eight cards apiece, with each pack promising either a signature or a piece of the fighters’ world. Such a rhythm keeps the heart rates up, as three autographs and one piece of memorabilia are tucked into each box. These boxes, released in groupings of eight, are scheduled to hit stores on October 10, 2025. Ground your expectations on a base checklist featuring a kaleidoscope of about one hundred fighters.
The base set is a spectacle wholly worthy of admiration, presenting a dozen parallels to pursue. Here colors are not just hues but categories to conquer; from the cool monochrome of Black and White to the vibrant punch of Lime Green. Dedicated collectors can scale this colorful ladder that starts with Black and White, and climbs through shades like Bronze, Gold, and Blue. The higher rungs bring exclusivity with Emeralds, Platinums (one of a kind), and several shades of Holo, each offering varying levels of rarity from Bronze accompanies a restrained group limited to 199, narrowing up to a single Platinum.
The heart of this collection pulses with autographs, many parallels enriching their allure. Common signatures are an entryway to opulence with parallels like Blue, Red, Gold, and Platinum. They’re spread across several themes – consider Knockout Autographs, which celebrate the raw grit and glory of each depicted fighter. Others may lean towards narrative, presenting stories of bravery and battle in themes like Fearless Fighter Signature, Octagon Warriors, and Full Contact. A more select subset of autographs comes with polished numberings; Red, Gold, and the coveted Platinum cover themes like AKA Ink, Lasting Impact, and a charming nod to the past with 2012 Throwback Signatures.
But the design doesn’t just stop at individual gems. Collaboration and camaraderie find their spotlight in Collageagraphs, designs that cleverly overlay multiple photos. The energetic burst continues with Dynamic Dual Autographs and Triumphant Trios Autographs, delivering novelties encased within tiny fragments of memory. Collectors can also eye the grand Quad Autograph Booklets, reserved for those truly seeking majestic cardboard opulence.
The spell of the pen extends into memorabilia. Tier One Dual Relic Autographs, Knockout Autograph Relics, and Autographed Fight Mat Relics are captivating offerings, each adhering to a numbering under 199. The further down you venture into the abyss of rarity, the more exhilarated you become, with enticing parallels ranging from the classic Blue to breath-stealing Gold and Platinum.
But let’s not overlook those pieces of memorabilia untouched by ink. These cards fall tethered to the fighters’ tangible reality – their sweat, blood perhaps. Five distinct sets, open to collectors, deliver delight and wonder; Combo Relics, Momentous Materials, Fight Mat Relics, All In Relics, and Knockout Relics. Each meticulously numbered to 175 or fewer, each doused in parallel possibilities from sky Blue to fiery Gold.
And as if these weren’t enough to sate the hunger of enthusiastic collectors, inserts make a definitive splash with fresh names shaking things up. Knockout Artists, Final Face Off, Ferocity, The Ultimate Fighter, and Fight DNA adds dimension to the dance of odds, and they too lie nestled within a sea of parallels. Add to this ballet the Inception cards, graced with a more restrictive yet equally tantalizing selection of Red, Gold, and premier Platinum.
In essence, the 2025 Topps Knockout UFC set melds the explosive physicality of the sport with the addictive thrill of collecting. For the impassioned fan and relentless collector, whether they’re drawn by an unquenchable thirst for autographs or a quest for unparalleled relics, this set delivers. It’s a mesmerizing array of sights, stories, and nostalgia encapsulated in each trade and pack ripped open. Prepare to be knocked out by an impressive line-up that ensures every unfolding moment is packed with anticipation and delight.
