Alexander Volkanovski Holds No Grudge Over Islam Makhachev Super Fight: “Especially Finishing the Fight the Way We Did”

The UFC has seen its fair share of epic battles, but few come close to the intense back-and-forth between Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski. Fans touted the match as one of the most exciting and closely contested battles in recent UFC history. The two fighters pitted against each other with much anticipation and excitement, and the fight did not disappoint.

Held on 12 February 2023, the Champ vs Champ fight was a very close one. While the Russian dominated the ground game, the Aussie was superior in striking. In a recent podcast appearance with Steve-O, Alexander Volkanovski discussed his fight with the lightweight champ.

Alexander Volkanovski taking away positive aspects of his super fight

Rather than being disheartened by the loss, ‘The Great’ spoke positively about the experience, expressing his excitement for the challenge and the opportunity to become a better fighter. He acknowledged the fact that he was the underdog in the fight, and many people thought he was crazy for taking it. However, he believed in himself and his ability to rise to the challenge.

“It was obviously always going to be a challenge. You know, there was a reason why I was the underdog. Everyone was thought I was crazy doing it, you know, (but) I knew I could do it.”

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The Featherweight champ also said the exciting finish of the fight helped Volkanovski become popular as a dangerous fighter. “My stocks definitely still rose after that one, especially finishing the fight the way we did”, ‘The Great’ said.

Volkanovski vs Makhachev rematch

The fight itself was a close one, with both fighters going toe-to-toe for five intense rounds. Although Volkanovski ultimately lost by decision, he felt that he had done enough to win. He acknowledged that the fight could have gone either way. According to the man from down under, that’s what made it such an exciting and memorable battle. In the end, both fighters gave their all, leaving it all in the octagon.

As with any close fight, there have been talks of a rematch between the two fighters. Fans and experts alike have been debating the possibility of a second fight between Makhachev and Volkanovski. Many fans believe that it would be just as exciting as the first. It’s clear that both fighters are capable of putting on a show, and a rematch would be the ultimate test of their skills and determination.

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