Islam vs Volkanovski confirmed with lightweight fight headlining UFC 284 in Perth
2 years, 1 month ago

Islam vs Volkanovski confirmed with lightweight fight headlining UFC 284 in Perth

The Independent  

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2024 Year in Sport, MMA: Pantoja’s flyweight title tops off an eventful calendar
1 week, 2 days ago

2024 Year in Sport, MMA: Pantoja’s flyweight title tops off an eventful calendar

The Hindu  

An eventful year in the Ultimate Fighting Championship came to a close on December 15, with France’s Joaquin Buckley handing welterweight veteran Colby Covington his second consecutive loss. | Photo Credit: Getty Images In the first numbered event of the year, South Africa’s Dricus du Plessis claimed the middleweight title with a career-first split decision win over Sean Strickland. At …

UFC 311 main cards announced: Makhachev, Dvalishvili to defend lightweight, bantamweight titles
1 month ago

UFC 311 main cards announced: Makhachev, Dvalishvili to defend lightweight, bantamweight titles

The Hindu  

The first numbered event of the Ultimate Fighting Championship of 2025 will feature two title bouts, scheduled to take place on 18 January in Los Angeles. Islam Makhachev will defend his lightweight title for the fifth time when he faces Arman Tsarukyan of Armenia in the main event. Read our other UFC stories - HERE Makhachev, on the other hand, …

UFC: Major twist in Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler saga as Islam Makhachev fight is offered
6 months, 1 week ago

UFC: Major twist in Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler saga as Islam Makhachev fight is offered

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Arman Tsarukyan suspended for nine months after striking fan during UFC 300 walkout
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Arman Tsarukyan suspended for nine months after striking fan during UFC 300 walkout

The Independent  

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UFC Fight Night: Whittaker secures first-round KO win over Aliskerov; Volkov beats Pavlovich in co-main
6 months, 2 weeks ago

UFC Fight Night: Whittaker secures first-round KO win over Aliskerov; Volkov beats Pavlovich in co-main

The Hindu  

Robert Whittaker built upon his new found form in the middleweight division as he secured a first-round knockout win over Ikram Aliskerov in the UFC Fight Night at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on Sunday. Read our other UFC/MMA stories - HERE Whittaker wanted to make a statement in the UFC’s maiden voyage to Kingdom Arena and he certainly did …

UFC insanity as Volkanovski is DENIED a late callup to replace Conor McGregor while Robert Whittaker's opponent pulls out of Saudi slugfest
6 months, 3 weeks ago

UFC insanity as Volkanovski is DENIED a late callup to replace Conor McGregor while Robert Whittaker's opponent pulls out of Saudi slugfest

Daily Mail  

UFC Saudi Arabia and UFC 303 are in shambles, with two Australian fighters at the centre of the chaos. After days of speculation, UFC CEO Dana White confirmed that Conor McGregor will not compete at UFC 303 due to injury. Conor McGregor's UFC returned had been much hyped, but he withdrew late through injury Aussie Alex Volkanovski offered to step …

UFC 302 LIVE: Dustin Poirier vs Islam Makhachev fight updates and results as champion retains in final round
7 months, 1 week ago

UFC 302 LIVE: Dustin Poirier vs Islam Makhachev fight updates and results as champion retains in final round

The Independent  

✕ Close Conor McGregor announces UFC return Dustin Poirier was denied a fairytale ending to his story in the Octagon on Saturday, as Islam Makhachev submitted the fan favourite to retain the lightweight title at UFC 302. Poirier, 35, was fighting for the title for the third time, having previously suffered submission losses to Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2019 and Charles …

Islam Makhachev successfully defends lightweight title at UFC 302
7 months, 1 week ago

Islam Makhachev successfully defends lightweight title at UFC 302

Al Jazeera  

The Russian defeated veteran Dustin Poirier with a fifth-round submission to defend his UFC lightweight belt in the USA. Islam Makhachev held on to his lightweight belt, getting Dustin Poirier to tap out in the fifth round of their main event bout at UFC 302 in Newark, New Jersey. Entering the fifth round on Saturday night, the Russian was sporting …

UFC 302: Conor McGregor makes bold Islam Makhachev vs Dustin Poirier prediction
7 months, 2 weeks ago

UFC 302: Conor McGregor makes bold Islam Makhachev vs Dustin Poirier prediction

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Islam Makhachev defends title against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302; Conor McGregor returns for UFC 303
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Islam Makhachev defends title against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302; Conor McGregor returns for UFC 303

The Hindu  

The UFC 300 came to a close with Alex Pereira successfully defending his light heavyweight belt with a first-round knockout win over Jamahal Hill on Sunday. Just after the proceedings of the main event, UFC CEO Dana White announced two mouth-watering main event fights: UFC 302 and 303. Islam Makhachev will defend his lightweight title for the third time against …

UFC 298 preview: After 2 losses, champ Alexander Volkanovski fights to stay on top against Ilia Topuria
10 months, 3 weeks ago

UFC 298 preview: After 2 losses, champ Alexander Volkanovski fights to stay on top against Ilia Topuria

The Hindu  

Alexander Volkanovski wore a flat cap and old-man glasses to his news conference for UFC 298 this week, poking fun at the persistent notion that the 35-year-old kingpin of the featherweight division is headed into his golden years. UFC 298 fight card: UFC Featherweight Title fight: Alex Volkanovski vs Ilia Topuria Middleweight : Robert Whittaker vs Paulo Costa Welterweight: Geoff …

UFC 295 LIVE results: Aspinall knocks out Pavlovich before Pereira stops Prochazka
1 year, 1 month ago

UFC 295 LIVE results: Aspinall knocks out Pavlovich before Pereira stops Prochazka

The Independent  

✕ Close UFC champion Alex Volkanovski opens up on mental health after loss Tom Aspinall claimed the interim UFC heavyweight title on Saturday night, knocking out Sergei Pavlovich in the first round in New York City. The main event of UFC 295 was due to see Jon Jones defend the heavyweight title against divisional great Stipe Miocic, but that bout …

UFC 295: LIVE streaming info, weigh-in results and all you need to know about Prochazka vs Pereira light heavyweight title bout
1 year, 1 month ago

UFC 295: LIVE streaming info, weigh-in results and all you need to know about Prochazka vs Pereira light heavyweight title bout

The Hindu  

PREVIEW The Madison Square Garden Arena in New York is set to write another chapter in its rich history of hosting massive combat sports events. On Sunday, two title fights top a stacked UFC 295 for the UFC light heavyweight title, Jiri Prochazka, former light heavyweight champion will take on former UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira; and for the interim …

UFC 295 Gets Double Title Billing as Prochazka and Pereira Eye Light Heavyweight Belt, Pavlovich and Aspinall Vie for Heavyweight Strap
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 295 Gets Double Title Billing as Prochazka and Pereira Eye Light Heavyweight Belt, Pavlovich and Aspinall Vie for Heavyweight Strap

News 18  

The Madison Square Garden Arena in New York is set to write another chapter in its rich history of hosting massive combat sports events. Two title fights top a stacked UFC 295 for the UFC light heavyweight title, Jiri Prochazka, the former light heavyweight champion will take on former UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira; and for the interim UFC heavyweight …

Conor McGregor tipped to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov protege Islam Makhachev next
1 year, 2 months ago

Conor McGregor tipped to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov protege Islam Makhachev next

The Independent  

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UFC 294 LIVE: Volkanovski vs Makhachev and Chimaev vs Usman – fight results
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294 LIVE: Volkanovski vs Makhachev and Chimaev vs Usman – fight results

The Independent  

✕ Close Jake Paul mocks KSI after loss to Tommy Fury Islam Makhachev stunned Alexander Volkanovski with a first-round knockout on Saturday, retaining the lightweight title in their rematch at UFC 294. In February, Makhachev outpointed Volkanovski – who holds the featherweight belt – in the latter’s native Australia, in a competitive clash that left many fans desiring a rematch. …

Khabib explains why he wasn’t in Islam Makhachev’s corner at UFC 294
1 year, 2 months ago

Khabib explains why he wasn’t in Islam Makhachev’s corner at UFC 294

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UFC 294: Islam Makhachev stuns Alexander Volkanovski with head-kick KO in first round
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294: Islam Makhachev stuns Alexander Volkanovski with head-kick KO in first round

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Conor McGregor reacts to ‘illegal’ strikes in Islam Makhachev win at UFC 294
1 year, 2 months ago

Conor McGregor reacts to ‘illegal’ strikes in Islam Makhachev win at UFC 294

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Makhachev stops Volkanovski in first round to retain UFC lightweight crown
1 year, 2 months ago

Makhachev stops Volkanovski in first round to retain UFC lightweight crown

Al Jazeera  

Lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has retained his title with a first-round stoppage of Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 294, an Ultimate Fighting Championship event in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Featherweight champion Volkanovski of Australia, taking the fight on just 11 days’ notice, moved up to the 155-pound limit to be a replacement for former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira, who suffered …

Islam Makhachev KNOCKS OUT Alexander Volkanovski after landing stunning head kick at UFC 294, with Russian defending his title in emphatic style following Khamzat Chimaev's win over Kamaru Usman in co
1 year, 2 months ago

Islam Makhachev KNOCKS OUT Alexander Volkanovski after landing stunning head kick at UFC 294, with Russian defending his title in emphatic style following Khamzat Chimaev's win over Kamaru Usman in co

Daily Mail  

Islam Makhachev delivered a spectacular head kick to extinguish Alexander Volkanovski's dream of becoming a two-weight champion at UFC 294. Islam Makhachev landed this head kick and it was the telling blow, leading to the first round finish at UFC 294. The Russian put a finger to his lips as he walked cooly away with his opponent receiving treatment Makhachev …

UFC 294: Islam Makhachev KOs Alexander Volkanovski to retain lightweight belt
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294: Islam Makhachev KOs Alexander Volkanovski to retain lightweight belt

The Hindu  

Russia’s Islam Makhachev scored a stunning first-round knockout victory over Alexander Volkanovski to retain his lightweight title at Saturday’s UFC 294 event in Abu Dhabi, handing the Australian his first KO loss in over a decade. Reigning featherweight champ Volkanovski stepped up a division to fight Makhachev for the lightweight title in February and lost by decision, and when Makhachev’s …

Alexander Volkanovski admits it’s ‘crazy’ to fight Islam Makhachev on short notice
1 year, 2 months ago

Alexander Volkanovski admits it’s ‘crazy’ to fight Islam Makhachev on short notice

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UFC 294 - Makhachev vs Volkanovski: Lightweight title LIVE streaming details, full fight cards, stats
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294 - Makhachev vs Volkanovski: Lightweight title LIVE streaming details, full fight cards, stats

The Hindu  

The UFC 294 main event features a highly anticipated rematch for the UFC lightweight title with Islam Makhachev defending his title against Alexander Volkanovski for a second consecutive fight. FOLLOW | UFC 294 Makhachev vs Volkanovski LIVE Key stats: Islam Makhachev Alexander Volkanovski Age 31 35 Height/weight 178cm/70.3kg 168cm/70.08 Reach 179.1cm 181.6cm Record 24-1-0 26-2-0 Recent form W-W-W-W-W W-L-W-W-W The …

UFC 284: Alexander Volkanovski ‘definitely’ thinks he beat Islam Makhachev
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 284: Alexander Volkanovski ‘definitely’ thinks he beat Islam Makhachev

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Hilarious video shows Aussie MMA champion Alexander Volkanovski is afraid of something after all ahead of redemption shot at UFC 294: 'Islam would do it'
1 year, 2 months ago

Hilarious video shows Aussie MMA champion Alexander Volkanovski is afraid of something after all ahead of redemption shot at UFC 294: 'Islam would do it'

Daily Mail  

Widely admired for re-match given it was on just 11 days notice It takes a lot to rattle UFC superstar Alex Volkanovski - but it appears the man they call 'The Great' isn't a huge fan of open water. In a video shared on the Home of Fight page via X, the 35-year-old Aussie wasn't keen for a quick dip …

UFC 294: Charles Oliveira replaced by Alexander Volkanovski in Islam Makhachev fight
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294: Charles Oliveira replaced by Alexander Volkanovski in Islam Makhachev fight

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Alex Volkanovski has 11 days to prepare for the fight of a lifetime after accepting short-notice rematch with Islam Makhachev at UFC 294
1 year, 2 months ago

Alex Volkanovski has 11 days to prepare for the fight of a lifetime after accepting short-notice rematch with Islam Makhachev at UFC 294

ABC  

Last time, Alex Volkanovski gave himself months to prepare to scale the mountain that is Russia's Islam Makhachev. Alex Volkanovski lost the battle but the war is just beginning Photo shows A man punches his opponent in an MMA bout Alex Volkanovski might have come up short in his quest to become a two-weight UFC champion but his rivarly with …

Can Oliveira reclaim his throne for UFC 294? UFC lightweight rematch in Abu Dhabi hints at redemption
1 year, 3 months ago

Can Oliveira reclaim his throne for UFC 294? UFC lightweight rematch in Abu Dhabi hints at redemption

Hindustan Times  

The UFC is making its return to Abu Dhabi for an eagerly anticipated rematch in the lightweight division on October 21. Rising from the Ashes: Oliveira's Quest for Redemption in UFC Lightweight Showdown In their last encounter, Islam emerged victorious with a second-round submission to claim the title. Post the duo's fight, after Islam claimed the undisputed UFC lightweight champion …

UFC star Charles Oliveira ‘bluffed’ about injury in bid to move fight with Islam Makhachev
1 year, 5 months ago

UFC star Charles Oliveira ‘bluffed’ about injury in bid to move fight with Islam Makhachev

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UFC 290 LIVE: Volkanovski vs Yair Rodriguez results
1 year, 6 months ago

UFC 290 LIVE: Volkanovski vs Yair Rodriguez results

The Independent  

✕ Close Ciryl Gane reveals key coaching tip that he ignored in Jon Jones loss Alexander Volkanovski continued his dominant run atop the UFC featherweight division on Saturday, stopping interim champion Yair Rodriguez to unify the titles. Volkanovski controlled the Mexican on the mat for most of the first two rounds, and just when Rodriguez began to flicker into life …

UFC 290: Alexander Volkanovski stops Yair Rodriguez on wild night of fights
1 year, 6 months ago

UFC 290: Alexander Volkanovski stops Yair Rodriguez on wild night of fights

The Independent  

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UFC 290 results: Volkanovski unifies featherweight title with TKO finish; Pantoja claims flyweight crown
1 year, 6 months ago

UFC 290 results: Volkanovski unifies featherweight title with TKO finish; Pantoja claims flyweight crown

The Hindu  

Alexander Volkanovski vs Yair Rodriguez Undisputed king among the pound-for-pound beasts. Robert Whittaker key info Former middleweight champion Fourth-most significant strikes in middleweight history Dricus du Plessis key info Longest active win streak in UFC middleweight division - 5 Highest significant strike rate in middleweight history Finished 18 of 19 wins; 8 KOs, 11 submissions Robert Whittaker vs du Plessis …

UFC 290 LIVE streaming info: Preview, fight cards, when and where to watch Volkanovski vs Rodriguez?
1 year, 6 months ago

UFC 290 LIVE streaming info: Preview, fight cards, when and where to watch Volkanovski vs Rodriguez?

The Hindu  

FOLLOW UFC 290 LIVE UPDATES NOW PREVIEW The main event of UFC 290 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday will feature featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski against interim champion Yair Rodriguez in a title unification bout. UFC 290 - Full fight card Main card Alexander Volkanovski vs. Yair Rodriguez: Featherweight Title Brandon Moreno vs. Alexandre Pantoja: Flyweight Title Bo …

Matrix Fight Night HIGHLIGHTS: Puja beats Anastasia to retain strawweight title; Machaev vs Azizov ruled no contest in MFN 12
1 year, 6 months ago

Matrix Fight Night HIGHLIGHTS: Puja beats Anastasia to retain strawweight title; Machaev vs Azizov ruled no contest in MFN 12

The Hindu  

Hello and welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the Matrix FIght Night, happening at the Noida Indoor Stadium in Uttar Pradesh. A rather uneventful round comes to an end but Puja will be the happier among the two as she has inflicted enough damage to the Russian’s legs, that are visibly bruised Round 1: This is the first all women fight …

‘His time is coming’: UFC fighter Grant Dawson fires salvo at lightweight champion Islam Makhachev
1 year, 6 months ago

‘His time is coming’: UFC fighter Grant Dawson fires salvo at lightweight champion Islam Makhachev

Hindustan Times  

In another high voltage UFC night, middleweight fighter Sean Strickland will take on Abus Magomedov in the main event on Saturday in Las Vegas, USA. In the co-main event, lightweight fighter Grant Dawson will square off against Damir Ismagulov. Before the co-main event, Sony Sports Network facilitated an interview with UFC lightweight fighter and World No. What's your take on …

Relive Israel Adesanya's top fights ahead of UFC 287 showdown against Pereira
1 year, 9 months ago

Relive Israel Adesanya's top fights ahead of UFC 287 showdown against Pereira

Hindustan Times  

Israel Adesanya is set to compete in his 10th consecutive title fight and 9th straight headlining bout at UFC 287 in Miami, where he will take on Alex Pereira. Relive Israel Adesanya's top fights hhead of UFC 287 showdown against Alex Pereira UFC 230 Adesanya's top-10 test against Derek Brunson at UFC 230 was seen as a true test of …

UFC 287: How did Alex Pereira become middleweight champion beating Adesanya within four fights in the Octagon?
1 year, 9 months ago

UFC 287: How did Alex Pereira become middleweight champion beating Adesanya within four fights in the Octagon?

The Hindu  

Alex Pereira’s thumping win at UFC 281 in November 2022 flared up the middleweight division as he ended Israel Adesanya’s near-three-year dominance in the Octagon. Adesanya’s middleweight record, however, remained unblemished until the Brazilian Pereira emerged to subdue the champion in a five-round clash that almost lasted the distance. Staying true to his nickname ‘Poatan’, which translates to ‘Stone Hands’ …

UFC 284: Islam Makhachev beats Alexander Volkanovski to defend lightweight title
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284: Islam Makhachev beats Alexander Volkanovski to defend lightweight title

The Hindu  

Islam Makhachev defied a rowdy crowd and a sustained challenge from Alexander Volkanovski on Sunday to cement his supremacy in the UFC lightweight division in a grueling fight in Perth, Western Australia. In the main event of UFC 284, Makhachev defended his 155-pound belt with an unanimous decision and claimed the title of best pound-for-pound fighter from featherweight champion Australian …

Volkanovski vs Makhachev LIVE: UFC 284 stream, latest updates and result tonight
1 year, 10 months ago

Volkanovski vs Makhachev LIVE: UFC 284 stream, latest updates and result tonight

The Independent  

✕ Close Alex Volkanovski previews his UFC 284 title fight with Islam Makhachev Alexander Volkanovski came up agonisingly short in his bid to become a dual-weight champion at UFC 284, suffering a narrow decision loss to Islam Makhachev on Saturday. Australian Volkanovski entered and exited the RAC Arena in Perth as featherweight champion, but the lightweight title eluded him as …

UFC 284 LIVE results, updates: Makhachev retains lightweight title; Rodriguez beats Emmett to clinch featherweight belt
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284 LIVE results, updates: Makhachev retains lightweight title; Rodriguez beats Emmett to clinch featherweight belt

The Hindu  

Hello and welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the Ultimate Fighting Championship 284. Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanovski - Stat sheet Islam Makhachev Record: 23-1-0 Height: 177.8 cm Weight: 70.31 kg Reach: 70” Last five results: W-W-W-W-W 4 wins by knockout, nil by submission Debut: 2010 Defending lightweight champion Alexander Volkanovski Record: 25 - 1 - 0 Height: 167.64 cm Weight: …

You don't just hear it, you feel it in your soul: Australia goes ‘electric’ as Perth headlines Volkanovski vs Makhachev
1 year, 10 months ago

You don't just hear it, you feel it in your soul: Australia goes ‘electric’ as Perth headlines Volkanovski vs Makhachev

Hindustan Times  

The Australian cricket team led by Pat Cummins started their tour to India on a rough note, losing the first Test in Nagpur by an innings and 132 runs on Saturday. Despite the mauling, sports enthusiasts in Australia, particularly the MMA fans, will have a big reason to celebrate on Sunday as the country headlines the biggest UFC event this …

UFC 284: Fighting against all odds motivates me, says Randy Brown before Jack Della Maddalena fight
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284: Fighting against all odds motivates me, says Randy Brown before Jack Della Maddalena fight

The Hindu  

The Ultimate Fighting Championship will travel far east to Australia to host UFC 284 on Sunday, where the spotlight will be on the marquee championship fight between current lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and his opponent Alexander Volkanovski, who holds the featherweight title. However, Jamaican-American fighter Randy Brown has set his sights on his welterweight clash against Australia’s Jack Della Maddalena …

UFC 284, Makhachev vs Volkanovski: Preview, full fight cards, live streaming info, key stats
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284, Makhachev vs Volkanovski: Preview, full fight cards, live streaming info, key stats

The Hindu  

The taunts from UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev about a supposed lack of size aren’t likely to unsettle Alexander Volkanovski. But, “No one’s ever just overpowered me.” At 5-feet 6-inches, featherweight titleholder Volkanovski will give up four inches in height and 15 pounds in weight to Makhachev when he moves up a division for the lightweight title fight, the main …

Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanosvski - UFC 284: Date, start time, channel, stream, undercard
1 year, 10 months ago

Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanosvski - UFC 284: Date, start time, channel, stream, undercard

Daily Mail  

Islam Makhachev will defend his UFC lightweight title for the first time in enemy territory when he faces Alexander Volkanovski in Australia at UFC 284. Islam Makhachev will fight Alexander Volkanovski this weekend in Perth Conor McGregor was the first fighter in the history of the UFC to win two belts simultaneously With Volkanovski moving up to lightweight, the featherweight …

Volkanovski moves up and sizes up Makhachev ahead of UFC 284
1 year, 11 months ago

Volkanovski moves up and sizes up Makhachev ahead of UFC 284

Associated Press  

PERTH, Australia — The taunts from UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev about a supposed lack of size aren’t likely to unsettle Alexander Volkanovski. But, “No one’s ever just overpowered me.” At 5-feet 6-inches, featherweight titleholder Volkanovski will give up four inches in height and 15 pounds in weight to Makhachev when he moves up a division for the lightweight title …

UFC 284: Dana White hits back at Islam Makhachev over ‘promotion’ claim
1 year, 11 months ago

UFC 284: Dana White hits back at Islam Makhachev over ‘promotion’ claim

The Independent  

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Alex Volkanovski's trainer Joe Lopez explains why he'd beat Islam, Khabib and Conor McGregor UFC 284
1 year, 11 months ago

Alex Volkanovski's trainer Joe Lopez explains why he'd beat Islam, Khabib and Conor McGregor UFC 284

Daily Mail  

Alex Volkanovski's coach Joe Lopez is quietly confident that the featherweight kingpin will etch his name in the history book at UFC 284 against Islam Makhachev - and insists his fighter would have no problems with octagon legends Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov, either. Alex Volkanovski's coach Joe Lopez is quietly confident that the featherweight kingpin will make history at …

UFC 284: Alex Volkanovski outlines key to victory over Islam Makhachev
1 year, 11 months ago

UFC 284: Alex Volkanovski outlines key to victory over Islam Makhachev

The Independent  

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UFC highlights in 2022: Best fight, knockout, fighter and more
2 years ago

UFC highlights in 2022: Best fight, knockout, fighter and more

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