Who Did Alexander Volkanovski Lose to in MMA?

Fighting before the home crowd, Alexander Volkanovski will have a shot at history to become part of an exclusive elite group in UFC history. As the Australian squares off against Islam Makhachev at UFC 284, he can join the likes of Conor McGregor and Daniel Cormier and further cement his legacy in promotion as the ‘double champ’. Notably, ‘The Great’ will move up a division and challenge the newly crowned lightweight division king on February 12, 2023, inside the RAC Arena. However, moving up a weight class comes with its own set of challenges. Even more when the pocket dynamo Australian already fights opponents taller than him in featherweight. Besides, the homegrown fighter will try to fend off the dominant force that his opponent is with sambo skills.

Despite the concerns, the #1 P4P fighter remains a force to be reckoned with, as evidenced by his unbeaten streak that stretches back to 2013 and 4 title defenses against famed Max Holloway, Jung Chan-sung, and Brian Ortega.

Alexander Volkanovski MMA record

Alexander Volkanovski holds a professional record of 25-1. The 34-year-old markedly made his UFC debut in 2016. Earlier, the Wollongong-born fought in different promotions before the switch. He remarkably ascended to the champion’s throne in the Pacific Xtreme Combat and Australian Fighting Championship. And thus, amassed an impressive record of 13-1 which included a 10-win streak.

Subsequently, the City Kickboxing team product made his UFC debut against Yusuke Kasuya in a lightweight bout. After announcing himself to the MMA world with a statement TKO win, the fighter dropped to the featherweight. What then followed was a dream run, and no fighter in the UFC roaster hasn’t been able to stop the Aussie’s juggernaut.

Significantly, 12 of his 25 victories came through TKO, and, hence, Volkanovski established himself as one of the most dreaded strikers in the promotion. In addition, his long list of distinguished victims includes Chad Mendes, José Aldo, Max Holloway, Brian Ortega, and Jung Chan-sung.

The featherweight fighter first tasted the UFC gold against Max Holloway at UFC 245. And since then, no fighter in the division has been able to dispose Volkanovski of his champion’s title. Particularly, ‘The Blessed’ failed in his both two endeavors against him. The first one came at UFC 250 in 2020, and the most recent being at UFC 276 in 2022.

Alexander Volkanovski MMA losses

Alexander Volkanovski lost only once in his MMA career. The sole loss of his career came against Corey Nelson at Australian FC 5 on 10 May 2013. Not only did the loss come via TKO with only 13 seconds into the fight, but also at the welterweight division.

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After suffering a defeat early in his career, the fight against Corey Nelson only strengthened Volkanovski. And, later on, the gifted striker became untouchable in the steel cage. He achieved the best P4P fighter tag in the world.

Can Alexander Volkanovski win against Islam Makhachev at UFC 284?

While the current featherweight champion will enter the arena as the challenger, he needs to make modifications to overwhelm Makhachev’s sambo skills. Notably, the Russian fighter’s sambo skills and improved striking ability were on display against Charles ‘do Bronx’ Oliviera at UFC 280.

Secondly, the short stature and reach disadvantage might become a minor cause that also calls for adjustments. However, this is not the first time the 25-1 record holder is fighting with a reach disadvantage. He previously has humbly conquered his taller opponents as well.

Notably, Volkanovski started the preparation with a structured training camp specifically to hone his ground-and-pound game. If he is able to squeeze into space to hit the champ with his devastating blows, Volkanovski might leave the Octagon with two UFC gold belts on his both shoulders.

The game plan for the Australian remains simple. To keep the fight on the feet where he might prove a more efficient and dangerous fighter than his opponent.

Regardless of the outcome, the fans can expect an exciting, high-paced action and thrilling fight that will keep them on their toes.

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What do you think of this upcoming bout between the two best P4P fighters in the world? How do you believe the Australian fighter will hold up against the lightweight champion? Let us know in the comments below.