UFC Featherweight Champion Alex Volkanovski in an interview with he said he really wanted to have a second fight against the Russian Islam Makhachev .
The first fight between Volkanovski and Makhachev took place in Perth, Australia on February 11, 2023. The Russian fighter defended his lightweight belt, winning by unanimous decision. Volkanovski, if he won, could become champion in two weight categories (up to 65.8 and 70.3 kg).
– Do you want a second fight against Makhachev?
– A lot. I really want revenge on Islam. I think the world is interested in this fight. I think this is one of the biggest fights the UFC can put on right now. The fans want to see it, so it would be a great fight for our careers as well.
“Where would you choose: Vegas, Abu Dhabi, one of the cities in Australia?”
– Everywhere. It’s a rematch I’d spend anywhere. I do not worry. Sure, it’s a big enough fight to top the card in Vegas, but if they decide to do it in Australia or Abu Dhabi, I’ll fight anywhere. I want this revenge so badly that I’m ready to fight anywhere. But you have to take care of Yair first, Volkanovski told .
On July 8, in Las Vegas, Volkanovski will defend his fifth belt in a duel against the Mexican Yair Rodriguez.
All UFC tournaments are broadcast live on and Match! Fighter”. The next league show will take place on the night of July 9 in Moscow. In the main event of UFC 290, UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski will face interim champion Yair Rodriguez. The start of the broadcast on “Match! Fighter” – 00:55 (Moscow time) and on “” – 05:00 (Moscow time).
Source : MatchTV
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