UFC 294: Remarkable Rebuilding and Personal Preparations
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UFC 294 underwent a remarkable rebuilding process just 11 days before the event, with the main event and co-main event changing due to injuries. Alexander Volkanovski stepped up on short notice to face Islam Makhachev in a highly anticipated rematch, while Kamaru Usman replaced Paulo Costa to fight Khamzat Chimaev. The UFC's matchmaking team, along with the fighters' mental fortitude and a chance meeting over drinks, played a crucial role in salvaging and elevating the card.
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