Alexander Volkanovski is still aiming for the title of champion-champ.
The UFC 325 event on 1st February will see Volkanovski face Diego Lopes for a second time.
The main event in Sydney will be the featherweight champion’s first defense of the belt after he claimed the vacant title earlier this year.
Following criticism about the matchup, Lopes’ manager explained why he got the fight over other contenders whom many perceive to be more worthy of a shot at the champion.
‘The Great’ may have several potential challengers waiting in line for him, but he still has goals that he wants to accomplish outside of the 145 pound division.
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Alexander Volkanovski is confident that two title defences could lead to a champion-champ match.
Alexander Volkanovski, in a recent interview on 10 News, discussed his upcoming rematch at UFC 325 with Diego Lopes.
‘The Great’ previously moved up to lightweight on two occasions during his first reign as the featherweight champion.
Volkanovski defeated Islam Makhachev after earning the opportunity at UFC 284.
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