Volkanovski promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC
As expected, Alexander Volkanovski was the main attraction at the pre-UFC 325 press conference. At the ceremony held this Thursday (29), in Australia, the home athlete showed great fair play. So much so that the featherweight champion (up to 65,8 kg) fulfilled a special request from Diego Lopes , his opponent in the main fight of the event, which takes place on Saturday (31).
It's worth highlighting that, despite being rivals again, the relationship between the athletes is good. Not surprisingly, the Brazilian asked 'The Great' to sing the song 'Fall for You' by the band Secondhand Serenade. Without hesitation, Volkanovski, just as he did to promote their first duel, sang along, amusing the fans and Diego himself. After the singing, the pair shook hands, and the Australian even asked his loyal followers to applaud the title challenger.
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Alexander Volkanovski , 37, will defend his UFC featherweight title for the first time in his second reign. Meanwhile, Diego Lopes , 31, is vying for the title for the second time and dreams of reaching the top.
Volkanovski's victory
In their first fight, held in April, Diego and Volkanovski competed for the vacant title in the division. In the octagon, the Brazilian even startled 'The Great' at certain moments, but was ultimately controlled and lost by unanimous decision. Now, the athlete will face the Australian in hostile territory.
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