US EditionJorge Masvidal names "GOAT of GOATs" at featherweight and it isn't Jose Aldo or Alexander Volkanovski
Daniel Cormier highlighted Volkanovski's eight UFC featherweight title wins, including multiple victories over Holloway and Aldo, as key to his GOAT status.
- In the immediate aftermath of UFC 325, Alexander Volkanovski defeated Diego Lopes to retain the featherweight title, and Daniel Cormier called him the featherweight GOAT.
- Despite a shoulder injury four weeks ago, the featherweight champion fought through adversity and has won eight UFC featherweight title fights, including four against Holloway and Aldo.
- Highlighting the night, Alexander Volkanovski earned a Fight of the Night bonus at UFC 325, and Daniel Cormier praised him for seeking the toughest opponents rather than easy fights.
- Looking ahead, Volkanovski signalled interest in facing undefeated featherweight contender Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy in the UFC London main event on Mar. 21, if they win.
- Projecting forward, Cormier said Volkanovski's mentality and competitiveness have solidified his legacy at 145 pounds and predicted he won't slow down soon.
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Daniel Cormier Calls Alexander Volkanovski the Featherweight GOAT After UFC 325
Daniel Cormier believes there is no longer any room for debating that Alexander Volkanovski is the featherweight GOAT. Cormier discussed Volkanovski’s mentality, competitiveness, and his latest performance, which solidified his legacy at 145 pounds.Volkanovski defeated Diego Lopes by unanimous decision to successfully retain his featherweight title at UFC 325 last Saturday. This marks his first successful title defense in his second reign as fea…
Daniel Cormier Crowns Alexander Volkanovski as Featherweight GOAT After UFC 325
TLDR Daniel Cormier declared Alexander Volkanovski the greatest featherweight fighter in UFC history after UFC 325 Volkanovski defeated Diego Lopes by unanimous decision despite a shoulder injury that nearly forced him to withdraw The victory marked Volkanovski’s eighth successful title fight, extending his division record Cormier cited Volkanovski’s head-to-head wins over legends like Max Holloway and Jose Aldo as proof Coach Joe Lopez reveale…
Daniel Cormier Names Alexander Volkanovski Featherweight GOAT After Diego Lopes Rematch Win At UFC 325
Alexander Volkanovski delivered another strong performance at UFC 325. Fighting in front of his home crowd in Sydney, he defended his featherweight title by beating Diego Lopes for the second time. After five rounds, the judges gave Volkanovski a clear decision win and he kept his belt. This victory added more history to his career. ...
‘Minimal damage was the main focus’ — Volkanovski reflects on Sydney title defence
Alexander Volkanovski said limiting damage was central to his approach as he defended his title against Diego Lopes in the main event of UFC 325 in Sydney this past weekend. The bout marked Volkanovski’s second victory over top contender Lopes and came at a significant moment in his career, with the Australian having faced increased scrutiny following recent defeats to Islam Makhachev to Ilia Topuria. “I mean, yeah, we were going to find it ou…
Alexander Volkanovski won the title on Saturday after five rounds against rival Diego Lopes. Photo via UFC At UFC 325 on Saturday, Alexander Volkanovski emerged victorious in the title fight against Diego Lopes. Now, however, it turns out that the fight was close to being canceled. – Four weeks ago, we didn’t think Alex would be able to fight, says trainer Joe Lopez. At 37, Alexander Volkanovski is the oldest fighter to ever defend the UFC feath…
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