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Volkov says the Pereira-Gane heavyweight interim title bout is more promotional than a true title fight, criticizes UFC’s matchmaking, and argues his size, reach, and added wrestling give him an edge against Pereira; he remains focused on defeating Waldo Cortes-Acosta at UFC 328 to pursue the belt, while also expressing sympathy for Tom Aspinall and questioning Gane’s past title opportunities.
Alexander Volkov narrowly defeated Jailton Almeida by split decision at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi, a result that sparked controversy among fans who believed Almeida was robbed due to his dominant grappling control, despite Volkov's superior striking output. The decision was debated, with judges split, and the fight highlighted ongoing MMA debates about striking versus grappling control. Volkov's win improves his record to 39-11, while Almeida's streak ends.
At UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi, Alexander Volkov narrowly defeated Jailton Almeida by split decision in a heavyweight bout, with Almeida's performance criticized for being lackluster and overly cautious, disappointing fans and analysts alike.
Ciryl Gane revealed he suffered significant foot injuries, including damage to his toes and metatarsals, during his UFC 310 fight against Alexander Volkov, which affected his performance. Despite the injuries and a controversial split decision win, Gane improved his UFC record to 10-2. The fight's scoring was contentious, with many believing Volkov should have won.
Ciryl Gane revealed he fought through UFC 310 with three broken bones in his foot, a more severe injury than initially thought, which could sideline him for some time. Despite this, Gane secured a controversial split decision win over Alexander Volkov, who criticized the judging, particularly targeting judge Adalaide Byrd. Volkov expressed disbelief over the decision, questioning the competence of the judging panel and hinting at an appeal.
Ciryl Gane, once seen as the future of the UFC Heavyweight division, is showing signs of stagnation after a lackluster performance against Alexander Volkov at UFC 310. Despite previously dominating Volkov, Gane struggled in their rematch, highlighting technical regressions and questionable decision-making, particularly in grappling exchanges. While Gane remains talented, his recent performances suggest a need for change to maintain his title aspirations.
At UFC 310, Ciryl Gane narrowly defeated Alexander Volkov in a controversial split decision, prompting UFC CEO Dana White to question the commission about the judging. White apologized to Volkov, believing he won the fight, and criticized the decision-making process, which is controlled by the commission, not the UFC. Volkov expressed his frustration, particularly with judge Adalaide Byrd, known for controversial decisions. The fight's outcome has sparked debate over the consistency and transparency of judging in UFC events.