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Volkanovski promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC
Just hours away from measuring forces with Diego lopes for the second time and try to defend the featherweight title (up to 65,7 kg) in UFC 325, Alexander Volkanovsky He will step into the world's most famous octagon for the first time in 2026. However, the Australian's intention is to go beyond next Saturday (31) in his career. In an interview with comedian Jon-Bernard Kairouz, the current champion stated that he is interested in fighting at least two more times in addition to the rematch with Franja.
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According to the champion, there is a good chance he will return to the octagon two more times in 2026. Although he acknowledges that his age requires more care and important periods of rest, it is possible for him to compete again in the next six months.
“I definitely want to participate in at least two (fights). I think two is quite possible. I'm 37 years old, I need to stay active. Mid-year seems good, and that gives me plenty of time for the rest of the year,” he stated.
Alexander Volkanovsky plans to fight three times in 2026 #UFC325
“I wanna definitely fit in at least 2. I think 2 is very doable. I'm 37 years old, I'm gonna have to be active. Mid-year sounds good, and then that gives me plenty of time for later in the year.”
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— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) January 30, 2026
Volkanovski competed three times in the UFC in 2023.
A. Volkanovski (left) in a duel against I. Topuria in UFC 298. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @ufcbrasil
As much as Israel adesanyaOne of his training partners, Volkanovski used to be a very active athlete throughout his career. However, since his setback to the Ilia Topuria The Australian changed his career management. His last performance was precisely the first confrontation with Diego lopes, in April last year.
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