Dana White is keeping the details of Jean Silva vs. Alexander Volkanovski's UFC fight a secret.

Jean Silva Meets Volkanovski at an event. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/jeansilvamma

Dana White already has an idea of ​​who his next opponent might be. Alexander Volkanovsky in the fight for the featherweight belt (up to 65,7 kg), but still keeps the definition a mystery. Last Saturday (21), in the main fight of UFC London, Movsar Evloev overcame Lerone murphy in a matchup that, initially, would indicate the next challenger in the category.

However, the performance, considered lukewarm by fans, opened up space for... Jean Silva enter the race for a title opportunity. In the press conference after the event, Dana White avoided confirming any immediate decision, indicating that the official announcement is not yet scheduled and that the public will have to wait to find out who will be chosen.

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Volkanovski smiles, proudly displaying his UFC belt. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/volkanovski

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after winning Diego lopes No. UFC 325, Alexander Volkanovsky He made it clear that his next challenger would emerge from the confrontation between Movsar Evloev e Lerone murphy, carried out in UFC LondonWith the Russian's victory, the champion's wish is likely to be fulfilled.

However, Jean Silva He emerges as a threat outside the main route. With six wins in the organization, four by knockout and one by submission, the Brazilian gains momentum in the competition and could end up jumping the queue to face the champion.