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Volkanovski Outduels Lopes Again, But UFC 325 Leaves Critics Cold
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Volkanovski Hints UFC 325 Could Be His Last Fight
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Volkanovski Hints UFC 325 Could Be His Last Fight

Ahead of UFC 325 in Sydney, featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski said retirement could come after the event if he’s beaten up or if he can’t keep winning, stressing he doesn’t plan another resurgence and there’s a limit to how long he’ll stay in the sport; the card features a rematch with Diego Lopes, whom he beat last April, and Bloody Elbow polls show fans largely expect him to defend the title on home soil.

via Bloody Elbow|
#diego-lopes#retirement#sports
Lopes Seeks Redemption in High-Stakes UFC 325 Rematch with Volkanovski
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Lopes Seeks Redemption in High-Stakes UFC 325 Rematch with Volkanovski

Diego Lopes heads to Sydney for UFC 325 to challenge Alexander Volkanovski in a rematch of UFC 314, aiming to reverse last year’s setback and possibly secure his final title shot. He stresses that staying relaxed and enjoying the fight could unlock his power, while focusing on cutting off the cage and not letting Volkanovski gain a late rally—the very issue that doomed him in the fifth round of their first encounter, where Volkanovski dominated and finished strong (Volkanovski 43/61 vs Lopes 14/59, 70% to 23%). Lopes must avoid repeating the patient approach that backfired and seize momentum early if he wants to upset Volkanovski and win the belt.

via Bloody Elbow|
#diego-lopes#featherweight#mma
Volkanovski-Lopes Rematch Secured as Weigh-In Controversy Impacts Road to UFC Final
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Volkanovski-Lopes Rematch Secured as Weigh-In Controversy Impacts Road to UFC Final

At UFC 325 weigh-ins, Alexander Volkanovski (144.5 lb) and Diego Lopes (145 lb) made the featherweight limit for their title rematch, with Dan Hooker vs. Benoit Saint Denis also hitting the non-title limit (155.75). Aaron Tau missed weight in a late, box-referenced weigh-in, initially showing 122.5 before re-weighing at 129, which led to the cancellation of his Road to UFC Flyweight Final against Namsrai Batbayar. The rest of the card remained on schedule.

via MMA Fighting|
#lopes#sports#tau