Alexander Volkanovski is coming off a unanimous decision win over Diego Lopes in the main event of UFC 314 on April 12 inside Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
This allowed Volkanovski to become a two-time UFC featherweight champion after he won the vacant belt that was previously relinquished by Ilia Topuria.
The Australian MMA superstar is back on his throne and reclaimed his status as a favorite name in online sports betting. But who will he face next for his title defense?
When Is Alexander Volkanovski’s Next Fight?
Volkanovski’s next confirmed opponent is Diego Lopes, whom he’ll face in a championship rematch on January 31 in the main event of UFC 325 at Qudos Bank Arena in Australia.
Alexander Volkanovski’s MMA Record and Statistics
- MMA record: 27-4
- Wins by TKO/KO: 13
- Wins by submission: 3
- Wins by decision: 11
- Striking accuracy: 57%
- Significant strikes landed per minute: 6.79
- Significant strikes absorbed: 3.53
- Takedown average per 15 minutes: 1.71
- Submission average per 15 minutes: 0.22
- Significant strikes defense: 60%
- Takedown defense: 73%
- Knockdown average: 0.37
- Average fight time: 16:50
Alexander Volkanovski’s Notable Wins
Volkanovski’s dominant run in the UFC has allowed him to defeat big names such as Shane Young, Jeremy Kennedy, Darren Elkins, Chad Mendes, Jose Aldo, Max Holloway, Brian Ortega, Chan Sung Jung, Yair Rodriguez, and Lopes.
Alexander Volkanovski’s UFC Earnings
Volkanovski’s total earnings throughout his UFC career exceed $11.5 million, including base pay, bonuses, and pay-per-view points or shares. However, other deals and sponsorships are not included in this figure.
The Aussie’s latest payout for UFC 314 is estimated to be $1.4 million.
Alexander Volkanovski’s Team and Corner
Volkaovski is affiliated with City Kickboxing, headed by coaches Eugene Bareman, Doug Viney, Chanel Niumata, Tristam Apikitoa and Mike Angove.
Volkanovski also trains with other top UFC fighters, Israel Adesanya (former undisputed UFC middleweight champion), Kai Kara-France, Dan Hooker and Brad Riddell. This team also serves as his corner during fights.
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