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McMillen Seeks UFC 333 Backup Slot, Dismisses Wrestling Tactics
sports2 days ago

McMillen Seeks UFC 333 Backup Slot, Dismisses Wrestling Tactics

Rising 10-0 featherweight Tommy McMillen, who headlines Noche UFC 4 in Glendale, asks UFC to use him as a backup for UFC 333’s Volkanovski–Evloev title fight, arguing he could win by imposing his own style and criticizing wrestling tactics. The brash 28-year-old has built momentum with two recent Performance of the Night bonuses (Montes in July and Zehcchini in April) and a Contender Series win in 2025, and is set to fight Marwan Rahiki at Noche UFC 4 as he eyes a larger UFC ascent.

via MMA Mania|
#backup-fighter#movsar-evloev#sports
Volkanovski Outduels Lopes Again, But UFC 325 Leaves Critics Cold
sports7 months ago

Volkanovski Outduels Lopes Again, But UFC 325 Leaves Critics Cold

Alexander Volkanovski retained the featherweight title at UFC 325 with a largely predictable rematch against Diego Lopes, prompting debate about its impact on his legacy and the UFC’s matchmaking, which some viewed as more beneficial for Volkanovski’s marketability than for meaningful competition. The night also featured notable moments for Benoit Saint Denis and Mauricio Ruffy, while operational snags and a weigh-in fiasco involving Aaron Tau—and Bam Bam Tuivasa’s slide—hung over the card as the night’s low points.

via MMA Fighting|
#diego-lopes#mma#sports
Volkanovski defies a busted shoulder to defend featherweight crown at UFC 325
sports7 months ago

Volkanovski defies a busted shoulder to defend featherweight crown at UFC 325

Volkanovski battled through a seriously injured shoulder—coach Joe Lopez said they didn’t think he’d fight four weeks out—to win a five-round decision over Diego Lopes and defend the UFC featherweight title, becoming the oldest champion to do so at 37. Lopes threatened moments but Volkanovski stayed composed and on top, with Evloev and Murphy lined up as potential next challengers and Volkanovski signaling openness to additional bouts, possibly extending his run for several more years.

via MMA Fighting|
#diego-lopes#featherweight#shoulder-injury
Volkanovski Defends in Sydney as UFC 325 Delivers Big Upsets
sports7 months ago

Volkanovski Defends in Sydney as UFC 325 Delivers Big Upsets

Alexander Volkanovski retained the UFC featherweight title with a unanimous decision over Diego Lopes in Sydney, while Benoît Saint-Denis stopped Dan Hooker in the second round, Mauricio Ruffy knocked out Rafael Fiziev in the second, Tallison Teixeira outpointed Tai Tuivasa, and Quillan Salkilld submitted Jamie Mullarkey on a card that showcased strong local talent and notable momentum shifts.

via Bleacher Report|
#benoit-saint-denis#mauricio-ruffy#mma
Volkanovski puzzled by Silva's Topuria training plan after UFC 325 win
sports7 months ago

Volkanovski puzzled by Silva's Topuria training plan after UFC 325 win

Alexander Volkanovski expressed confusion over featherweight contender Jean Silva's plan to train with Ilia Topuria to 'break' him, a remark tied to Silva's post-UFC 325 comments after Volkanovski dominated Diego Lopes to extend his 145-pound title reign. Silva had unfollowed Volkanovski's teammate Mauricio Ruffy amid the drama, and Volkanovski labeled Silva's move as 'butthurt.' He also reiterated interest in facing Movsar Evloev next, though UFC scheduling appears to line up Evloev vs. Lerone Murphy instead.

via Bloody Elbow|
#ilia-topuria#jean-silva#movsar-evloev
Volkanovski Edges Lopes to Retain Featherweight Title as Lopes Heads to Hospital
sports7 months ago

Volkanovski Edges Lopes to Retain Featherweight Title as Lopes Heads to Hospital

Alexander Volkanovski defeated Diego Lopes by unanimous decision in UFC 325 to retain the featherweight title, while Lopes was sent to a Sydney hospital with suspected foot injuries from the five-round bout; Volkanovski controlled the action with sharp footwork and countering, including a late flash knockdown, as the judges’ scorecards read 50-45, 49-46 and 49-46.

via MMA Fighting|
#diego-lopes#hospital#injuries
Volkanovski Clinches Featherweight Title, Sparks Big Bonus Haul at UFC 325
sports7 months ago

Volkanovski Clinches Featherweight Title, Sparks Big Bonus Haul at UFC 325

Alexander Volkanovski defended his featherweight title in a five‑round rematch with Diego Lopes at UFC 325 and earned Fight Of The Night (both fighters received $100,000). Dana White also unveiled a new $25,000 stoppage bonus for winners, awarded to Keiichiro Nakamura, Benoit St. Denis, Billy Elekana, Cameron Rowston and Jonathan Micallef; Quillan Salkilld earned $100,000 for Performance Of The Night, and Mauricio Ruffy received a six‑figure payout for his stoppage.

via Bloody Elbow|
#bonuses#dana-white#fight-of-the-night
Volkanovski shrugs off Silva’s threat, cites training-partner drama as the real spark
sports7 months ago

Volkanovski shrugs off Silva’s threat, cites training-partner drama as the real spark

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski dismissed Jean Silva’s bold challenge after UFC 325, suggesting Silva is angry about Volkanovski’s training partnership with Rafael “Ruffy” and denying any personal feud. Volkanovski says he planned to train with Ruffy anyway and will defend the belt against whoever UFC books next, with Movsar Evloev or Lerone Murphy as top contenders, while Silva remains hopeful for a title shot.

via MMA Fighting|
#featherweight#jean-silva#sports