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Ex-Champ Alexander Volkanovski Eyes 3 Opponents for UFC 312 Return

Alexander Volkanovski is getting locked and loaded for UFC 312. If you haven't heard, the UFC is going "down under" early next year, as the premier promotion is planning a pay-per-view event for Sydney, Australia on Feb.

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Alexander Volkanovski Backs Former Foe to Win at UFC 307

Even if he's 38 years old, getting past Jose Aldo is no easy task. That's who rising bantamweight contender Mario Bautista has been matched up with in his return to the Octagon at UFC 307 this Saturday, fighting a former featherweight champion that's seven years his elder with twice as much experience.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 28

Volkanovski Wants McGregor Over Topuria

Alexander Volkanovski says he would rather face Conor McGregor first before chasing a rematch with Ilia Topuria. Volkanovski is coming off a second-round knockout loss to Topuria, who became the UFC Featherweight Champion at UFC 298.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 27

Alex Volkanovski Thinks Conor McGregor Fight Makes Sense Right Now

Former UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski isn't dead-set on waiting for his title fight opportunity against the winner of Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway at UFC 308.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 24

Alexander Volkanovski is in trouble if he faces rising star Diego Lopes, claims UFC double champ

Alexander Volkanovski is ready to hop back into the octagon after his loss to Ilia Topuria. Former UFC champions Kamaru Usman and Henry Cejudo discussed Volkanovski’s chances with top contenders like Diego Lopes and Max Holloway ready to contest for the title.

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / September 5

Michael Sonnen Warns Alexander Volkanovski: Lightweight Fight Safer

In one of the recent interviews, Michael Sonnen openly shared his worries about Alexander Volkanovski who decided to fight for the UFC featherweight title again.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 1

Topuria Warns Volkanovski Against Being A UFC 308 Back Up

Ilia Topuria has warned Alexander Volkanovski against taking the role as back-up for his upcoming fight with Max Holloway. Topuria defends his UFC Featherweight Title on October 26 for the first time.

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / August 31

Alexander Volkanovski Waits for Featherweight Title Rematch

Alexander Volkanovski, the former UFC featherweight title holder, has experienced a tough year in his career. A prominent fighter in the featherweight category, Volkanovski made his title defense five times.

MMA News / FirstSportz / August 30

Alexander Volkanovski chooses to ‘sit out’ for title shot over fan-favorite Charles Oliveira fight

Alexander Volkanovski lost his UFC featherweight championship to Ilia Topuria in brutal fashion. Since then, the Aussie fighter has remained outside the octagon.

MMA News / FirstSportz / August 15

‘Short-notice legend’ Alexander Volkanovski teases backup spot at UFC 308 for Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway title fight

Alexander Volkanovski has not had a good track record in short-notice fights. However, the former featherweight champion is ready to set things straight this October.

MMA News / FirstSportz / August 12

Watch: UFC star Alexander Volkanovski shocks fans with break-dancing skills

Since losing his UFC featherweight title at UFC 298, Alexander Volkanovski has chosen to take his time away from the octagon. It was his second consecutive loss in a row, and according to many fans, he needed some time off.

MMA News / Wrestling on SI / August 5

Improbable Comeback Puts Max Holloway Back in Title Fight

Extra Mustard is a weekly column looking at the highs and lows–and everything in between–in combat sports and beyond. Two summers ago, Max Holloway looked finished.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 5

Former UFC champ Alexander Volkanovski eyes big time lightweight fights while he waits for a championship rematch

Former UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski (26-4) wants one thing and that’s to get back his featherweight championship. Volkanovski dropped the title to Ilia Topuria back in February when he was stopped in the second round by the new champion.

MMA News / Yardbarker / June 28

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MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 27

Volkanovski Eyes Next Fight At Lightweight – ‘Charles Oliveira Lined Up’

Alex Volkanovski plans on fighting again at lightweight for his next fight. Volkanovski’s time at lightweight has not been successful at the elite level.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 26

UFC News: Alexander Volkanovski Eyes Fight with Superstar for Lightweight Return

Alexander Volkanovski has never been much of a benchwarmer and he's not planning on becoming one anytime soon. One of the most active champions in recent history, the former UFC Featherweight Champion's near five-year title reign came to a close at UFC 298 when he was knocked out by Ilia Topuria in the second round of their meeting.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / March 4

UFC 299 prediction and break down by Alexander Volkanovski

UFC enthusiasts, Alexander Volkanovski has pulled out his crystal ball and shared his predictions for the much-anticipated UFC 299, slated to ignite the Kaseya Center in Miami on March 9, reported by The Sport Rush.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / March 1

Alexander Volkanovski Plans To Follow Same Plan As Israel Adesanya After Title Fight Loss

Alexander Volkanovski is going to listen to his body. And those around him. The former UFC featherweight champion is following in the footsteps of Israel Adesanya and others in taking time off after his latest loss.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / February 21

Volkanovski Needs to Tell Himself It’s OK to Take Time Off

Alexander Volkanovski needs to take some time off to smell the roses. Or maybe he can do some more acting, as his recent commercial poking fun at his age shows Volkanovski has a sense of humor.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / February 19

After losing his title in brutal fashion at UFC 298, what’s next for Alexander Volkanovski?

This past Saturday night in the main event of UFC 298, the featherweight title was on the line. Alexander Volkanovski (26-4) was looking to keep his throne atop the featherweight kingdom while Ilia Topuria (15-0) was looking to prove that there was a new king that would be taking over.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 15

Alexander Volkanovski knows who can 'save the day' and headline UFC 300

Alexander Volkanovski, the reigning UFC featherweight champion, has expressed his interest in headlining the upcoming UFC 300 event, despite having a relatively short training camp.