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Volkanovski smiles, proudly displaying his UFC belt. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/volkanovski
Featherweight champion (up to 65,7 kg) and on a collision course with Diego lopes for the second time, Alexander Volkanovsky He is surrounded by several future adversaries. Besides names like Lerone murphy e Movsar EvloevThe Australian was asked about the possibility of facing an opponent who isn't even in his weight class at the moment. Arman Tsarukyan.
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After Arman Tsarukyan Declaring his intention to compete in the featherweight category in the future, the Great was asked about a duel with the Armenian during the media day of UFC 325Without going into details, the fighter said he liked the potential clash of styles that the fight might bring.
“I love challenges. If he manages to get to the lower weight class, it will certainly be a tough challenge. I feel my takedown defense is very solid, so it will be a fun fight,” he stated.
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“I love challenges. If he can get down there it would definitely be a tough challenge. I feel like my takedown defense is pretty solid, so that will be a fun one.”
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Tsarukyan was sidelined by Dana White.
Tsarukyan focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC
Despite holding the number one ranking in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg), Tsarukyan is far from being the next challenger for the category's title. The Armenian has clearly been sidelined by Dana White and the UFC matchmakers, and has been overtaken by... Justin gaethje in choosing a challenger Ilia TopuriaFurthermore, with the duel between Charles of the Bronx e Max Holloway As the opportunity approaches, the athlete may end up having to wait even longer for one.
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