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Alexander Volkanovski is back at featherweight and ready to defend his title again.
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ANAHEIM, Calif. – The second UFC title fight of 2024 is official after Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria made weight for Saturday’s UFC 298 headliner.
After suffering a knockout loss to lightweight …read more
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Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski puts his title on the line in the UFC 298 main event on Saturday against undefeated Ilia Topuria.
The two were the first fighters to step …read more
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ANAHEIM, Calif. — UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski previews his UFC 298 title defense, responds to undefeated challenger Ilia Topuria, throws his name …read more
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Brian Ortega is happy to take out all the top contenders if Ilia Topuria isn’t willing to.
Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) challenges featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) …read more
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Ahead of his first championship foray under the promotion’s banner this weekend, incoming UFC 298 headliner, Ilia Topuria has revealed he’ll drink up to a “half litre of wine” the …read more
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ANAHEIM, Calif. – Alexander Volkanovski is happy to offer his services for UFC 300 if he gets past Ilia Topuria.
Featherweight champion Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) will look to notch …read more
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UFC fighters ages 35 and over — in men’s divisions below middleweight — have a record of 2-23 in title fights. …read more
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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Featherweight kingpin, Alexander Volkanovski, will go to war with rising star, Ilia Topuria, …read more
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ANAHEIM, Calif. – Ilia Topuria can’t seem to keep his hands off Alexander Volkanovski’s title belt ahead of their UFC 298 clash.
After he posed with the UFC featherweight title earlier …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski leaned into a hilarious bit at the UFC 298 press conference, wearing the old man …read more
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ANAHEIM, Calif – Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria got their first look at each other on UFC 298 fight week Wednesday at the pre-fight press conference.
After answering questions from reporters …read more
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A familiar face will be the third man in the cage for UFC 298’s main event.
Veteran referee …read more
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MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom breaks down the UFC’s top bouts. Today, we look at the main event for UFC 298.
UFC 298 (pay-per-view, ESPN, ESPN+) takes place Saturday at Honda …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski caught Ilia Topuria jumping the gun.
On Saturday, Volkanovski and Topuria face off in the main event of UFC 298 with …read more
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Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski puts his title on the line against undefeated Ilia Topuria in the UFC 298 main event on Saturday.
If Topuria is able to defeat “The Great” it will …read more
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The amount of questions surrounding the UFC featherweight championship main event of UFC 298 between Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria are astounding — not just heading into the fight, but …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski will look to pick up his sixth successful defense of his featherweight title against the …read more
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War beckons …read more
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Undisputed featherweight champion, Alexander Volkanovski has claimed onlookers should not be necessarily surprised if his fight with incoming title chaser, Ilia Topuria “looks easy” come the conclusion of their UFC …read more
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ANAHEIM, Calif. – Israel Adesanya or Sean Strickland? Pros predict the winner of UFC 293’s main event, …read more
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Brian Ortega is ready to cause some chaos within the 145-pound ranks.
It’s been a …read more
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Ilia Topuria is certainly not a superstitious guy.
Days away from his UFC featherweight title fight against champion Alexander Volkanovski, Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) had no issue picking the UFC belt, …read more
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On the third episode of UFC 298 Embedded, Alexander Volkanovski explains the stakes of his matchup with the undefeated Ilia Topuria, Topuria’s team …read more
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IRVINE, Calif. – UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is coming off a devastating knockout defeat. He’s 35, and in front of him is a 27-year-old undefeated talent in Ilia Topuria, …read more
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IRVINE, Calif. – If you don’t know by now, Ilia Topuria dreams big. Like, really big.
The undefeated UFC featherweight contender is already banking on not only dethroning champion Alexander Volkanovski, …read more
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Dana White thinks Ilia Topuria is yet to prove himself against the established names at featherweight.
Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) challenges featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) in …read more
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In the main event of UFC 298, the featherweight title is up for grabs as Alexander Volkanovski looks to defend his belt when he takes on Ilia Topuria. Heading into …read more
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Future Champion? …read more
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Promotional CEO, Dana White has issued a word of warning to incoming featherweight title challenger, Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC 298 this weekend, claiming the German-born contender “still has a …read more
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To say that Ilia Topuria is confident going into his first Ultimate Fighting Championship title fight against reigning champion Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 298 would be an understatement. …read more
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Irrelevancy? …read more
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Sean O’Malley thinks a loss at UFC 298 would be detrimental to Ilia Topuria’s career.
Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) challenges featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) in Saturday’s …read more
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Yair Rodriguez doesn’t think Ilia Topuria can afford to lose to UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski.
Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) challenges Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) in the main event …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski is amused by Ilia Topuria’s confidence ahead of their huge matchup at UFC 298.
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Yair Rodriguez is not a fan of Ilia Topuria.
On Saturday, Topuria challenges Alexander …read more
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Volkanovski knows people are doubting his psyche, but he isn’t thinking about retirement just yet. …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski’s coach thinks Ilia Topuria will have a hard time dealing with his strength.
Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) defends his featherweight title against Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) in …read more
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We want your predictions for Saturday’s UFC 298 event in Anaheim, Calif.
Our staff picks feature includes the consensus picks from MMA Junkie readers. Simply cast your vote for each bout …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski thinks he sends Ilia Topuria a message early.
Featherweight champion Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) will look to notch his sixth title defense when he takes on Topuria (14-0 …read more
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Did you miss the debut of UFC 298 “Countdown” or just want to watch it again? Check out the main event preview now.
The segment takes a special look at the featherweight …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski has a chip on his shoulder ahead of his big featherweight title defense at UFC …read more
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Future Clash? …read more
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UFC 298 Countdown previews 145-pound king Alexander Volkanovski, who defends his belt against Ilia Topuria, and former 185-pound champion Robert Whittaker, who battles Paulo Costa.
The event takes place at the Honda Center in Anaheim, …read more
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Ilia Topuria isn’t interested in settling old grudges anymore.
Later this month, Topuria faces Alexander Volkanovski for …read more
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Daniel Cormier thinks Ilia Topuria could have a massive breakout moment at UFC 298.
Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) challenges featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) in the Feb. …read more
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If Ilia Topuria gets the job done against Alexander Volkanovski, it could trigger his Conor McGregor-like ascent to superstardom.
That is according to UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier who …read more
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Israel Adesanya paid Alexander Volkanovski a visit ahead of UFC 298.
Featherweight champion Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) defends his title against Ilia Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) in the Feb. …read more
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UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is enjoying the buildup to his next title defense, specifically because of the antics by challenger Ilia Topuria.
Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) defends his title …read more
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Undefeated featherweight contender Ilia Topuria (14-0) headlines the UFC 298 pay-per-view against champion Alexander Volkanovski on Feb. 17. “El Matador” is confident heading into the title bout and has ‘no doubt’ that …read more
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Sean O’Malley plans to beat the best to become the best.
One potential opponent in …read more
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Undisputed featherweight champion, Alexander Volkanovski has ripped incoming foe, Ilia Topuria ahead of their UFC 298 title battle next weekend, questioning why the unbeaten contender appears to value himself as …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria will finally get their hands on each other at UFC 298 in …read more
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Incoming UFC 298 headliner, Ilia Topuria may be pre-occupied by a title siege against featherweight kingpin, Alexander Volkanovski, however, plans to evenutally lure former division champion, Conor McGregor to a …read more
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Ilia Topuria has big goals for 2024.
Later this month, Topuria challenges Alexander Volkanovski …read more
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Here we go …read more
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The undefeated Ilia Topuria is extremely confident in his abilities leading into the biggest fight of his career at UFC 298.
Although Alexander Volkanovski has never lost at 145lbs, Topuria …read more
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Ilia Topuria has a bold prediction for his first UFC championship fight.
The undefeated featherweight contender sees himself not only dethroning champion Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 298, but also finishing him …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski is ready to teach Ilia Topuria a lesson when they meet in the main event …read more
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Firas Zahabi gives Alexander Volkanovski the edge over Ilia Topuria in most areas.
Featherweight champion Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) will look to make his sixth title defense against Topuria (14-0 …read more
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Ilia Topuria dismisses Sean O’Malley’s callout.
O’Malley is eyeing a super fight with Topuria if both emerge victorious in their upcoming title bouts. Bantamweight champion O’Malley rematches Marlon Vera in the …read more
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The confidence of Ilia Topuria’s team is at an all-time high as they prepare for their first UFC championship fight.
Topuria, training under Climent Club in Alicante, Spain, is wrapping up …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski is ready for the NFL.
Next month, Volkanovski defends his featherweight title against Ilia Topuria at UFC 298. But even …read more
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Things are starting to heat up between Ilia Topuria and Yair Rodriguez.
Rodriguez recently took aim at Topuria’s resume by saying he talked his way into a title shot. Topuria (14-0 …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski has earned his place as one of the very …read more
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Max Holloway views Alexander Volkanovski as a safe bet over Ilia Topuria.
Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) defends his featherweight title against Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) in the UFC 298 …read more
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Undisputed featherweight champion, Alexander Volkanovski continues to sit as a betting favorite to beat incoming title chaser, unbeaten foe, Ilia Topuria at UFC 298 next month – with the Australian …read more
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TORONTO — Movsar Evloev previews his UFC 297 fight against Arnold Allen, discusses Ilia Topuria’s title defense …read more
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Yair Rodriguez thinks Ilia Topuria talked his way into a title opportunity.
Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) challenges featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) in the UFC 298 main …read more
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Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski thinks he’s had plenty of time to prepare for UFC 298.
Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) defends his title against Ilia Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) in …read more
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Former interim featherweight champion, Yair Rodríguez hs sights set on a rematch with incoming title challenger, Ilia Topuria after their respective outings at UFC Mexico City and UFC 298 next …read more
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Reigning UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski will make his next 145-pound title defense against No. 5-ranked title contender Ilia Topuria in the upcoming UFC …read more
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The poster for the second UFC pay-per-view card of 2024 has now been revealed, with a featherweight …read more
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Sean O’Malley has his immediate future all mapped out.
Outside of an exception here or there, the UFC …read more
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Super fight? …read more
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Sean O’Malley has double-champ aspirations in mind.
The lighter weight classes in the UFC are arguably more interesting …read more
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UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley believes a big fight with Ilia Topuria could be on the horizon.
O’Malley runs things back with Marlon Vera in the UFC 299 headliner March 9 …read more
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Alexander Volkanovski has sought help from Brad Riddell in preparation for Ilia Topuria.
Featherweight champion Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC) defends his title against Topuria (14-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) in the …read more
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Incoming featherweight championship challenger, Ilia Topuria has laid out plans for his immediate fighting future ahead of his title siege at UFC 298 next month – which includes a fight …read more
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Despite being a perfect 5-0 since signing with the UFC, Paddy Pimblett has a target on his back by his fellow fighters. Many believe the scouser isn’t good enough to …read more
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All the fights for UFC 298: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria card on Saturday 17th February 2024. With betting odds, start time, date, fight card, and information on how to …read more
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Ilia Topuria is one seemingly of the most confident fighters on the UFC roster and for good reason. The European has a perfect 14-0 record inside the cage and will …read more
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It appears Ilia Topuria is now calling the shots. UFC bantamweight titleholder Sean O’Malley wants to defeat Ilia Topuria (not …read more
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All the fights for UFC 298: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria card on Saturday 17th February 2024. With betting odds, start time, date, fight card, and information on how to …read more
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Undefeated UFC featherweight contender Ilia Topuria has officially entered the Conor McGregor sweepstakes.
McGregor has been absent from the Octagon after suffering a devastating loss to Dustin Poirier in July …read more
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Undefeated UFC featherweight contender Ilia Topuria has entered the Conor McGregor sweepstakes, offering to fight “Notorious” next …read more
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