Back in December 2019, at UFC 245, Alexander Volkanovski claimed the featherweight title, bringing an end to Max Holloway’s dominance in the division. When they squared off again at UFC 251, Volkanovski managed to secure another victory, although it was by a narrow split decision, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
Their rivalry culminated at UFC 276, inside the electric T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Unlike their previous encounters, this third bout saw Volkanovski make a definitive statement by winning every round. If you recall that thrilling fight from 2022, Volkanovski’s commanding performance against Holloway was truly something to behold.
Now, eyes are on Volkanovski once again as he is set to headline UFC 314 on April 12th, taking on the third-ranked Diego Lopes for the vacant featherweight championship. This is sure to be another exciting chapter in Volkanovski’s storied career.
