Alexander Volkanovski Reclaims UFC Featherweight Title at UFC 314
Alexander Volkanovski Silences Doubts with UFC 314 Title Win; Islam Makhachev Reacts
After suffering back-to-back knockout losses to Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria, concerns mounted over the future of Alexander Volkanovski’s career. Many fans questioned whether “The Great” could return to top form, especially after such brutal setbacks.
In spite of the skepticism, UFC remained behind the 36-year-old veteran, scheduling him to battle up-and-coming contender Diego Lopes for the vacant featherweight title at UFC 314, after Topuria suddenly relinquished the title.
Alexander Volkanovski is the first male fighter age 35 or older to win a UFC title fight at any weight class below welterweight 🏆
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) April 13, 2025
VOLK IS NOT TOO OLD 👴 #UFC314 pic.twitter.com/rK7d7gW8mB
Volkanovski put on a classic display in Miami, securing a unanimous victory and regaining his spot as the 145-pound king.
Islam Makhachev Responds to Volkanovski’s Victory Cleanup
Heading into the fight, concerns lingered about Volkanovski’s durability after his recent knockouts. Yet, he proved once again why he’s among the sport’s elite.
Volkanovski and Makhachev share one of the most memorable rivalries in modern MMA, their first bout in Australia being a razor-close contest. Despite their competitive history, mutual respect between the two champions has remained strong.
Following UFC 314, Makhachev took to social media to congratulate his former opponent, acknowledging the significance of Volkanovski’s comeback.
“Congrats legend,” Makhachev wrote.
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