No Jean Silva! Volkanovski leaks rumor about fight that could decide the next UFC challenger

Alexander Volkanovsky regained the featherweight belt in UFC 314 (Photo: Instagram)

Jean Silva caused a stir when he won. arnold allen e 'surfing' heading towards the top of the featherweight division in UFC 324, held last Saturday (24). Despite the impact of the performance, there is still no guarantee that the Brazilian, known as “Nerd”, will receive an immediate chance to compete for the 65,7 kg belt. This scenario is due to statements by Alexander Volkanovsky, the current champion in the category, who is defending his title in UFC 325, scheduled for next Saturday (31), and indicated the existence of internal conversations about a possible duel to define the next challenger — without Jean's participation.

During an appearance on the Honey Badger Podcast, Volkanovski revealed that he had heard rumors that the UFC was preparing a fight between... Movsar Evloev e Lerone murphyAccording to the champion, the idea would make sense because it would allow one of the athletes to be further promoted, resulting in a clear and undefeated challenger to face him in the future.

“I think that’s already happening (defining the next challenger). I heard some rumors (Evloev vs. Murphy). But I think that’s what they’re doing, and it makes sense, because that way they can build him up even more, and then you have a clear guy who is undefeated,” said Volkanovski.

Alexander Volkanovski faces Diego Lopes at UFC 325

Alexander Volkanovsky derrotou Diego lopes No. UFC 314 (Photo: Instagram/UFC)

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Before even thinking about a potential next challenger for the belt, Alexander Volkanovsky He has an immediate commitment ahead. The Australian champion faces off against Diego lopes in the main fight of UFC 325In a highly anticipated rematch, the Brazilian confidently states that he knows exactly what it takes to leave the octagon with his arm raised and win the title.