Diego Lopes promises a new approach against Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 325: 'I'm the most dangerous in the division'

Diego lopes in defeat to Alexander Volkanovsky (Photo: Instagram/UFC Canada)

Diego lopes He arrives confident for a new chapter ahead of Alexander Volkanovsky No. UFC 325, scheduled for January 31st. After adopting a strategy focused exclusively on knockout and ending Dominated In the first confrontation, the Brazilian representing Mexico claims to have learned from his mistakes and promises a different approach in his attempt to win the featherweight title (up to 65,7kg).

In an interview with 'Fox Sports', Diego lopes He acknowledged that he became fixated on finding the decisive blow and neglected other aspects of his game. According to him, a lack of patience and understanding of the moment proved decisive, emphasizing that when he manages to fight more consciously and seize the right opportunities, he becomes one of the most dangerous athletes in the category.

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“In the first fight, I only tried to finish him with a strong punch. I forgot a lot of things in that fight. I forgot the best thing in my life, which is to seize the moment, and when I seize the moment, I'm the most dangerous guy in the division,” he said. Diego lopes.

Diego Lopes faces Alexander Volkanovski in rematch

Alexander Volkanovsky (dir) in victory over Diego lopes (left) in UFC 314. Photo: Reproduction/UFC

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In the first meeting between Alexander Volkanovsky e Diego lopesIn the fight held in April, the Brazilian had few opportunities to impose his game. Dominated in the stand-up fight, he ended up losing by unanimous decision, a result that made it clear to fans that El Brabo would need a few more performances before returning to a title fight.

However, the scenario changed quickly. After a masterful performance and a knockout against Jean Silva in the main fight of Night UFCin September, Diego lopes He secured his rematch in less than a year.

O UFC 325 It happens on January 31, 2026.