Alex Volkanovski News
Charles Oliveira makes his pick for Alexander Volkanovski vs Islam Makhachev title fight
Andrew Whitelaw - December 29, 2022
Charles Oliveira has had his say on the winner of Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev. In what is one of the most eagerly-anticipated matches of 2023, The Australian will welcome the lightweight champion to Perth at UFC 284. ‘The Great’ will be competing at 155lb for the first time in his UFC career despite having fought as heavy as welterweight early in his career.
Alex Volkanovski is oozing confidence ahead of Islam Makhachev title fight at UFC 284: “I’m already twice the fighter I was”
Susan Cox - December 28, 2022
Alex Volkanovski is oozing confidence ahead of the Islam Makhachev title fight at UFC 284. UFC 284 takes place on February 12th, 2023, at RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
Alexander Volkanovski reacts to Zabit Magomedsharipov's possible return: "I thought that was gonna be a big fight"
Josh Evanoff - December 23, 2022
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski would welcome the return of Zabit Magomedsharipov. ‘The Great’ has been out of action since a decision victory over Max Holloway in July. With that, Volkanovski had moved to 3-0 in his series with ‘Blessed’. Citing a lack of contenders at 145 pounds, the Australian announced his plans to compete at lightweight next.
“They're not silly”: Alex Volkanovski ready for 'calculated striking' from Islam Makhachev
Andrew Whitelaw - December 22, 2022
Alex Volkanovski knows he’s dealing with a formidable team ahead of his UFC Lightweight title clash with Islam Makhachev at UFC 284 in Perth. Just like his mentor Khabib Nurmagomedov, the Dagestani is famed for his wrestling. The AKA fighter’s overwhelming top pressure has seen him rack up a remarkable 11-fight winning streak with five straight finishes in his last five fights.
Rafael dos Anjos “can’t understand” why Islam Makhachev is fighting Alex Volkanovski instead of taking “a real challenge” at lightweight
Harry Kettle - December 6, 2022
Rafael dos Anjos has questioned Islam Makhachev for taking on Alex Volkanovski in his next fight at lightweight. In the aftermath of his win at UFC 280, it didn’t take long for Islam Makhachev to get his next fight booked.
Israel Adesanya explains why he strongly favors Alex Volkanovski to beat Islam Makhachev at UFC 284: “I could bet my whole house on him”
Harry Kettle - November 29, 2022
Israel Adesanya has explained why he’s confident Alex Volkanovski can defeat Islam Makhachev at UFC 284. In less than three months, Alex Volkanovski will attempt to become a two-weight UFC champion. When doing so, he will challenge Islam Makhachev.
Joe Rogan explains how Alex Volkanovski can “probably” pose problems for Islam Makhachev at UFC 284
Harry Kettle - November 29, 2022
Joe Rogan has given his thoughts on how Alex Volkanovski could pose a problem for Islam Makhachev when they fight. It’s clear for many to see that Islam Makhachev will be the favourite against Alex Volkanovski. The pair will meet at UFC 284 in Perth with the UFC lightweight championship being on the line.
Alex Volkanovski finds loophole to avoid Tyron Woodley’s trademark threat
Harry Kettle - November 29, 2022
Alex Volkanovski has found a subtle and amusing loophole to Tyron Woodley‘s ‘trademarked’ title of champ camp. At UFC 284 in February, Alex Volkanovski will attempt to become a two-weight UFC champion. He’s already the king at featherweight but now, he wants to claim the gold at lightweight.
Josh Emmett thrilled about interim title fight with Yair Rodriguez, but focus still on Alexander Volkanovski: "That's the champion"
Josh Evanoff - November 15, 2022
UFC featherweight contender Josh Emmett still has his eyes on Alexander Volkanovski. ‘The Fighting Falmer’ has been out of action since his clash with Calvin Kattar in June. After 25 minutes of back-and-forth action, Emmett earned the win by split decision. The decision was a controversial one but moved the featherweight’s win streak to five.
Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski officially announced as UFC 284 main event
Cole Shelton - November 12, 2022
Islam Makhachev has his first title defense set. After Makhachev won the vacant title at UFC 280 with a submission win over Charles Oliveira, he called out featherweight champion, Alexander Volkanovski. The Aussie was the backup fighter for the card and the two had a staredown after Makhachev’s win.
Alexander Volkanovski reveals plans to be active ahead of Islam Makhachev superfight: "I'm at my peak right now"
Josh Evanoff - November 11, 2022
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski believes he’s in his prime, and he’s not going to waste it. ‘The Great’ has been out of action since his victory over Max Holloway in July. Following that victory, he announced his intentions to move to the lightweight division. Those plans were temporarily put on hold as he had to get surgery on an injured hand.
Michael Chandler plans to steal Alex Volkanovski’s title shot with “undeniable” performance against Dustin Poirier at UFC 281
Susan Cox - November 10, 2022
Michael Chandler plans to steal Alex Volkanovski’s title shot with an ‘undeniable’ performance against Dustin Poirier at UFC 281. Michael Chandler is speaking out ahead of this Saturday’s fight at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Alex Volkanovski refutes narrative that he’s “holding up” the featherweight division: “My division is holding me up”
Harry Kettle - November 2, 2022
UFC champion Alex Volkanovski believes the featherweight division is holding him up, as opposed to the other way around. At this moment in time, Alex Volkanovski is the pound-for-pound best fighter in the UFC. That’s what the rankings say, and that’s what most of the fans say too.
Alex Volkanovski explains why Conor McGregor fight means more than just money to him: “He’s the only featherweight champion I haven’t beaten”
Harry Kettle - October 28, 2022
Alex Volkanovski has explained why a potential fight with Conor McGregor means more to him than people may realise. In the wake of UFC 280, it appears as if Alex Volkanovski is gearing up for a fight against Islam Makhachev. ‘The Great’ made it known that he wanted to go after the UFC lightweight title and at UFC 284 next February, it appears as if he’s going to get his chance.
Henry Cejudo says Alex Volkanovksi needs more time to prepare for Islam Makhachev: “I get the vibes of Israel Adesanya versus Jan”
Susan Cox - October 27, 2022
Henry Cejudo believes Alex Volkanovski needs more time to prepare for Islam Makachev. Islam Makhachev (23-1 MMA) defeated Charles Oliveira (33-9 MMA) at UFC 280 last Saturday night to capture the lightweight title with a second-round submission.
Beneil Dariush explains why Alex Volkanovski would have a hard time with Islam Makhachev and other UFC lightweights
Susan Cox - October 25, 2022
Beneil Dariush is explaining why Alex Volkanovski would have a hard time with Islam Makhachev and other UFC lightweights. Volkanovski (25-1 MMA), who is the reigning UFC featherweight champion, weighed in as a backup for the UFC 280 lightweight title fight between Islam Makhachev (23-1 MMA) and Charles Oliveira (33-9 MMA) last Saturday night. It was to be Makhachev defeating Oliveira via submission at 3:16 of Round 2.
Alexander Volkanovski says UFC contacted him "late last night" about his weight: "Someone was struggling"
Ryan Harkness - October 21, 2022
Alexander Volkanovski came all the way to Abu Dhabi to serve as a backup for the UFC 280 lightweight fight between Islam Makhachev and Charles Oliveira. And while in the end both fighters made weight and his services don’t look like they’ll be needed, it sounds like there was a moment the night before weigh-ins that the UFC thought they might need him. Charles Oliveira weighed in at 154.5 pounds, as did Islam Makhachev. Alexander Volkanovski stepped on the scales at 155 with no problem as he’s used to getting down to 145 pounds. Immediately after weighing in he spoke to BT Sport and revealed there had been concerns someone wasn’t going to make weight.
Beneil Dariush opens up about losing title shot to Alexander Volkanovski, top lightweights avoiding him: "It’s all as crappy as it gets"
Josh Evanoff - October 20, 2022
UFC lightweight contender Beneil Dariush has opened up about losing his possible title shot to Alexander Volkanovski. UFC 280 will be headlined by a lightweight title fight between Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev. Well, that’s the hope anyway. In the event that anything goes wrong with the headliners, the promotion has enlisted a backup fighter.