Scheduled to defend his welterweight title (up to 77,1kg) for the first time at UFC 322, Jack Della Maddalena didn't hesitate to call upon a great training partner to help prepare for the fight against Islam Makhachev . Aware of his great experience and talent, the Australian will now count on Alexander Volkanovski , the current featherweight champion (up to 65,7kg) and a former victim of the Russian.
Remembered for posing significant problems to Makhachev in their first Octagon encounter, Volkanovski has already prepared to face the athlete twice. Despite failing to win on both occasions, the veteran is also known for his discipline and analysis of his opponents.
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Alexander Volkanovski will assist Jack Della Maddalena in his preparation for UFC 322. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
The news was revealed through photos posted on Instagram, where Maddalena reveals Volkanovski's participation in training for his title defense against Makhachev. Between support and criticism, the champion received immediate responses from internet users.
“Australia doesn’t have wrestling, you can’t copy Islam’s style,” said one follower.
"Seriously? You're training with a guy who lost to Islam twice? What are your real goals? To win or to lose?"
"If Volka gave Makhachev heat, imagine JDM! It'll break him, and the Russians will return to anonymity."
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Jack Della Maddalena will face Islam Makhachev on November 15th. Photo: Reproduction/Montage SUPER LUTAS
The main event fighters of UFC 322, Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev, will face off on November 15th at Madison Square Garden in New York City (USA). Moving up to a new division, the Russian will make his welterweight debut against the Australian.
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