@@franciscomarino2757that wouldn’t save him what makes ilia better than volk isn’t just the technique it’s the power difference and you can’t just get that type of power by training similar to alex pierra
This fight will end the same way again. Alex will start off better but I think ilia will corner him and night night again. Might go on for a bit longer but either way ilia catching a body
@CursedIDEAS it was competitive till it wasn't, ilia got too much power for volk to bang with ilia in the pocket. ilia is the better wrestler and grappler so idk how volk will win
Volk has 0 chance against Ilia. He has to wrestle and tire Ilia up. Otherwise he loses. Ilia doesn't have to 'catch him' volk is dumb for thinking Ilia only wins if he catch people. No he will hit you in the stomach and face and even if you don't go down you'll gas
I mean he’d be better with a warm up but you can never count volk out. If he doesn’t try to beat him at boxing he’ll be able to beat him everywhere else
Listen Alex is a legend, he deserves a immediate rematch even though most fans don’t want to see it. I agree that ilia will win, not only win but probably knock Volk out again. Regardless I’m tired of people disregarding Alex. He’s one of if not the greatest featherweight of all time put some fucking respect on his name.
it's not like that but the fans doesn't want to see a legend like volk being knocked out 3 times in a row , i wanna see this rematch but i don't wanna see volk get KO'ed another time he deserves the rematch obviously
people forgot how hard he schoold max in their 3rd fight, max fought well against ilia, i think volk can beat him, but tough cause ilia just needs the one clean punch
He’s going to get smoked. But it’s the biggest fight for him and he deserves it. After he loses he’ll do one or two more fun fights and then retire. End of an era. Such a legend of the sport.
You mean the guy who lost his last 3 fights with 2 vicious KO's? 😂 I swear I can't handle this dmbfck comments and delusional people..Max had close to 0 chance against Topuria, Rob literally had 0 chance against Khamzat and Volk has close to 0 chance against Topuria again. Use your brain for f sake. I bet there's gonna be people who think Strickland can beat Chimaev if that fight happens 🤦♂️
I love volk. Huge fan. I just think he should give his chin more time to heal first. Usually people never come back the same after brutal knockouts. Volk has had two of those back to back.
its the casuals bro.. Saturday happened and now they're throating Ilia, and its crazy cuz most of those ppl throating him now were Volk and/or Max fans and hoped Ilia would be "humbled"... nobody switches up like mma fans 💯
exactly. honestly this sounds harsh but volk is a pathetic opponent for topuria. 2 ko loss streak, volk is done. him going into that cage just to dap ilia up was really embarrassing
I’m a Volk guy always pulled for him in all the Holloway fights but I don’t want to see this rematch. Volk can still win a lot of fights and beat a lot of high level guys but not Topuria because there’s no way he can avoid his power for 25 mins at 36 years old
I am a huge Ilia fan, but we are being so biased by "the momentum"...VOLK IS PERFECTLY CAPABLE OF BEATING ILIA, I do not agree with taking for granted that Topuria is going to win and even less in an easy way. Let it happen.
@@reymon1983 brother ilia would flat line volk again his chin can not stand up to that type of power and ilia’s too complete of a fighter. ilia’s power is more devastating than prime mcgregor’s I’ve never seen Holloway so frightened by power the moment ilia landed that right
If anyone can come back from a KO loss past 35 and actually win a rematch against the younger guy, it's Volk. I don't think it will happen, but he's had a while to rest at this point. If he still has a chin and is still in his prime, he could win. Those are big if's though.
Topuria has shown absolutely no weaknesses at all... how do you beat a guy with no weaknesses and a guy that is better at striking and wrestling than everyone in the entire division? And a guy that has ko power who only needs to land 1 clean hit to finish it. Even if you have good skills you need a good chin against topuria too and max had the best chin in the entire ufc and topuria cracked it. I dont' see anyone beating topuria unless they can outwrestle him... the only guys to beat topuria have to be dominant wrestlers or a submission artist that can get a lucky submission. Lopes could very much be that guy he had a submission chance for sure but it's not a very high chance of winning
@GrowingDownUnder if Max threw a counter elbow instead of a knee in that last exchange he may have done some damage and survived. imo that's one small chance for catching him in the pocket
that's why you gotta ignore the casuals... they just simply don't know any better, and im not trying to knock them, they genuinely don't know any better or understand how this sport works
@brendenwilliams4640 he has no chance buddy, he is getting TFKO again in the 1st rd. I love Volk but this isn't MMA love fest it's MMA violence at its highest level and it's unfortunate that Volk will sleep again.
Whether anyone wants to see the fight or not is irrelevant, he deserves a rematch at FW after such a long title reign and being an incredibly reliable fighter to the UFC, stepping in on short notice for massive fights, remaining active, etc
he deserves two rematches in a row after being koed 2 times in a row by 2 different people? thats crazy just give the man an easier fight let him build some confidence
@@Duppyboi two different divisions. Man dominated featherweight for years. Losing to Islam a whole class above doesn’t discredit his 7 title run. He deserves it more than anyone. Fought 2-3x a year. Active and was always the work mule for UfC. So yeah..he deserves it
8:40 as big Ilia fan, I’m so happy Volk knows this, Ilia is a showman in front of the Camera’s, so many fans have hated on Ilia thinking he needs humbled, he’s too cocky etc whole time he’s really humble, he’s got his real self, & his job.
Have you seen JSD - Cain trilogy BTW? Cain got KOd in 1 round in 1st fight. Then beat him for 5 rounds in the second fight and knocked him out in the third fight. Shit happens, it's MMA.
I would not want to see Volk get knocked out by Ilia again rather have him fight someone else like Lopes before getting a title shot been knocked out his last two fights give him a test first before throwing him in with Topuria again
arnold allen would be a good match up for him, allen doesn't have ko power like that, diego can crack so that's dangerous fight for volk, diego should be next for ilia. ilia also got 2 big fights with conor and islam, which is high possibility of happening
There is not a chance for him to beat Ilia... I don't get how you guys still don't understand that ilia isn't some bum on the ground. Bro is actually better on the ground than he is on the feet.
Bull shit, if he was, he’d have a more Islam focused gameplan. Islam has good standup game but he clearly wrestles more because he knows that is his main strength. Max was able to get up with ease when he was taken down. I think ilia didn’t want to waste any more energy taking him down again because of how easily he got up. Ilia’s crisp boxing and power is definitely his strongest gift and he knows it, the man is amazing on the ground but he’s no Islam or khabib for example on the ground.
@@dave9547he actually could've kept holloway on the ground longer but it was just something for holloway to think about so ilia can find more open shots on the feet
As a Spaniard, I love Volk. Love him as a fighter and even more as a person. But for this last reason I prefer Lopes fight in Spain’s event, which I’ll attend. I know ilia is sending Volk to sleep again and atp I have more hype about Lopes right now (I still think it will be a nasty KO for Ilia). Please wait or fight with the winner of Sterling Evloev. Please Volk
@ so Ilia can’t fight cause he is too good. My bad, Im actually sorry, it’s heartbreaking for me as a fan, but Ilia is kind of my man. And it was when the 1st fight happened too. But Volk is definetely not going to beat Ilia. But who does tho? Hope he fights Islam soon
@ so Ilia can’t fight cause he is too good. My bad, Im actually sorry and it’s heartbreaking for me, and it was when the 1st fight happened but Volk is definetely not going to beat Ilia. But who does tho? Hope he fights Islam soon
Roses are red, violets are blue, Topuria struck first, but Volk’s coming through. The rematch awaits, redemption in sight, As Volkanovski trains for a long, gritty fight. He studies each move, recalls every round, Determined to turn the tables this time around. Topuria holds victory, but Volk’s far from done, A fierce-hearted warrior, ready to stun. The crowd holds its breath as fight night draws near, Will Volk reclaim glory, erase doubt and fear? One thing is certain, both men will give all- As the octagon waits for their legendary brawl.
volk is a legend in his own right, no fight against ilia or anyone else will take that away from him. that being said, a quadriology fight against Holloway for the BMF would be great as it looks that ilia will fight Diego lopes.
I already know this is a bad take, but why isn’t Volk vs. Holloway 3 as impressive as Ilia KO’ing Max? Absolutely styling on someone for 5 rounds vs. 2 very competitive rounds, then a 3rd round KO can be in the same realm of achievement. Again, I know the real answer is because Max felt un-KO’able. But I think it’s something to consider.
You can't judge topurias style in the last two fights round by round, he's always going for the finish. It's like Charles. They don't mind losing rounds to give themselves a higher chance to finish.
Beating max 3 times is definitely more impressive than a ko over max... dustin beat max twice sure, but dustins first win they were both very young and not in their primes. Volk the only guy to beat prime max 3 times...volk is still that guy, i'd put him above topuria in the GOAT conversation and max is still above topuria in the GOAT conversation too. Max cleared the entire division and Volk has beaten like all the contenders they've thrown at him including 2 of the previous GOATS in the 145 division
Volks chin has deteriorated, his confidence shaken and he’s gotten older. Throw a bit of ring rust in there and you’ve got your answer. Your take is relevant without those things considered going into this next rematch
I love how realistic and clear eyed Volk is about stuff. He's not acting disrespected by people doubting him or not being able to call the shots, he's just "This is my last shot and I'm gonna do my best".
Lopez get his back? Lopez has terrible cardio. And he got outstruck badly on the feet by Movsar and smashed on the ground. What you think Ilia gonna do to him?
Regardless of what we assume the outcome of a rematch to be; what else should Volk do next? Risk an eliminator against a young hungry contender? Or have one last shot at getting his belt back.
unpopular opinion. I think Alex can win a clear UD against Ilia and make it look easy. He just needs to stay on his bike, stick and move, and never sit in the pocket and trade. He was doing that in their first fight, but got caught in that one exchange against the cage. If he gets the rematch with a full camp, I still favor him slightly.
Ilia is so good at cutting the cage off and closing distance. His fight IQ is on point. In 25mins Volk will get caught at least once and it’ll be lights out. But who cares about anyone’s opinions, Dana has said this is the next fight so this is what we’re going to see.
I thought that if anyone could fight a perfect 25 minutes and not get caught by a power shot it’s Volk, but Illia doesn’t just throw overhands and pray. His footwork is really good and he sets hit shots up, after he slept max I see nobody avoiding those hands
Everyone saying this is not the fight???? I don't get it ? I'm not even a Volk fan,but him or Ilia mops the floor with Lopes. Casuals so quick to write someone off...lol
You’re saying this but when Ilia knocks him stiff again, he’ll get no credit. Everyone will say Volk was finished and the fight won’t do anything for him
If Alex wants a rematch he should have it, and that would be a great fight. He's probably the only person in his division that can put on a fight against Topuria anyway. And he's the Volk so we'll see what happens.
To be frank this will be a mere formality or a retirement fight for Alex. Taking second fight with Mkha was a disaster and he hasn't learnt his lessons
Volk with a long rest and a full camp v ilia will be a great fight don’t write Alexander the Great off he will be a tough fight for ilia can’t wait for this one !!
Because he’s gonna lose by knockout again we all understand its volk and love him thats not the problem the problem is he just can’t beat ilia the styles just don’t match he can’t just out point him for 25 minutes and can’t trade with ilia like max could
He has definitely earned it I just don’t want to see the fight again. He’s going to get slept, he could still 100% beat guys like aljo and evolev and keep winning
Giving it to Volk is a huge oversight in my opinion. Who is going to headline the Australian event when neither of our top Aussies will be there? Whittaker already said he wouldn't do it even if he beat Khamzat, now he's got an injury anyway. Ilia wont fight Volk that soon IN Australia especially... so what can the UFC do? They have to put Volk vs Lopes, it's by far the best thing they can do now.
@@RLO1515 Not having a big name Aussie on that card is a mistake. It's like going to South Africa and not having DDP fight... our next best star is Jack Della and he isn't a big enough draw to be a main event yet.
God I hate immediate rematches for former champs on an obvious decline. Like dude, you got finished, you're 1-3 in your last 4, and two of those losses you were badly concussed. Can we stop making the same fights just to see the same results?
Even a former Champ like Volk had to pull off all these things to ensure a rematch (Though it was pretty much in the bag). UFC should have objective rules regarding rematch, vacating the belt, frequency of fights for a Champ etc. instead of just going with which fight makes the most money. They might lose short-term but will eventually bring in more predictability and views. On a similar note Sean vs DDP should be next, purely because he was the former champ. Khamzat can wait.
If he wants to win he has to spend a lot of time sharpening his boxing offense/defense. Probably working some counter punching techniques and stop backing up with his chin in the air.
that shit was what made me confident ilias knocking him out. his energy during that whole fight week was just off. the antics, the talking trash about other fighters (henry) is just not him.
Bro, Lopes isn't good as Volk is. Lopes only has that hype of rookie, but I bet the result could be the same if you put Lopes or Volk against Ilia, however Volk deserves a rematch
@@brendenwilliams4640 So you prefer to see him fight Volk who will be 37 and knocked out in his last two fights, and then not fight an exciting contender for over a year? Come on bro Volk, is acting like a child, it’s honestly cringe.
@@Mr_Lakedude Volk is still level above Lopez tho that guy fights with his chin out and is going to get 50-44 or something against Ilia. Volk still has a good chance he's the GOAT of the division for a reason.
ilia has diego and 2 big fights conor and islam, volk won't be getting the rematch no time soon. i really don't want to see the rematch, volk gonna get caught again then it'll be his 3rd ko loss in a row😂
Volk would be better served taking legend's fights vs Poirer, Gaethje, Charles, etc at 155. Maybe Aljo after he loses to Evloev. I guess he enjoys getting KO'd 😥
Alex really deserves the rematch but l don't see a chance of him winning but ...we all have to accept the fact that no one deserves it like him.. Let's goooo.....
Volk is a great guy you can tell! If Ilia Topuria and Volk fight again it needs to be in Spain! the impact Ilia Topuria is having here in Spain its incredible u can't imagine. UFC needs to come here in 2025! You can't waste this opportunity
Give the man a chance, sometimes champs can bounce back and win their belt back. The man has definitely earned his stripes, let’s see if he has what it takes. I think ilia is winning a rematch but I’d like to see what gameplan a fresh volk implements after seeing max vs ilia.
He's better of getting KO'd with 1 shot from Ilia than repeated blows by a Max or Lopez. It's the prolonged assaults which cause the brain issues, not the 1 hitter quitters
Honestly we don’t wanna see part 2 rn but after how he got finished however he’s done a lot for that weight class he’s owed a rematch for being a dominant champ always stepping in on late notices fights and he defended the belt like 5 or 6 times but he’s gonna have to be on his bicycle and not back up into the cage the whole time and use his wrestling to win this dude topuria is no joke …
Max isn't known for knockout power in the earlier rounds. My boy's technique was on spot, but if those checks and counters had a bit more power, that'd be punishing. I think Volk has all the weapons required for Ilia.
Ya he was doing great against Topuria. People have this issue where if someone wins, then the other person must have been doing terrible... so I am seeing a lot of comments that Max was not in the same league, etc. For some reason they are not seeing that his technique was great, speed was great... and he was tagging Topuria up. It was very back and forth. Volk will have more power and I think him vs. Topuria is more around 50/50 on who wins.
@@Mr-E. this is so delusional. watch the fight and actually pay attention to what was happening: Topuria was hunting him down the whole time to set up the KO finish. just because Volk hit him with a few leg kicks in the first round doesn't mean it was even remotely competitive.
This fight should happen before the middle of next year. Ilia waited all year to fight with Max. He doesn’t deserve another huge year long break. We need active champions like Alex pereira. If ilia becomes more active he has poaton potential
How could it be possible that this guy has been the best pound for pound fighter and all of the sudden you all guys think this guy is irrelevant. The guy is a fucking legend who has lost against a fucking animal like Ilia. He deserves the opportunity and the fight could be legendary. ❤
I am a Georgian so I want everything that’s best for Ilia. And having not one but two KO’s over Volk beefs up his resume that much more. Yet…we the fans must do everything in our power to let it he known we do NOT want this fight. I don’t want the sight of Volk KO’d yet again. I hate the idea. That KO of Max should be considered by the UFC as the turning of the page on this era. We cannot go backwards and have Ilia keep fighting these guys. Ilia has to be given the Islam fight or let him mow down this whole crop of new guys like Lopes, Evloev, etc. DO NOT MAKE VOLK FIGHT ILIA EVER AGAIN!!!!
@@offthepageontoscreen5767Entiendo lo que quieres decir, sería muy duro para el currículum de Volk, y prácticamente acabaria con su carrera de la peor manera posible, pero te tengo que decir algo. Volk es un campeón, el mejor peso pluma de la historia, como no va pelear contra Ilia? Osea si tan bueno es, tiene que pelear contra los mejores, está es la realidad, sino que se retire ya, me daria pena que lo noqueran a Volk, pero lamentablemente esto es así, si ilia es mejor que el hay que asumirlo.
I love volk, and care for him so much. He is an amazing person. If Volk can focus on grappling against ilia instead of striking. Thats the only shot I see of him winning. Otherwise expect another KO if he strikes
If someone deserves that rematch is Volk, but it wasn't a close fight. And we have to think in both sides: What does Volk deserve What a raising superatar deserves And I think UFC should be smart enough to put both fighters in a good position. So, this is what I think: - Volk fight Diego Lopes in Sydney - Whoever wins that fight goes to Madrid. Important to mention Dana gave Volk to chances for the 155 belt, and lost both times. I think now he has to wait a little bit more for that 145 title fight. It could look unfair, but it is what it is.
If Volk really thought either Max or Topuria would fight him in Sydney in February after winning the belts just 4 months earlier in October then his CTE has unfortunately advanced way past where we thought he was. You know what happened when the last time a featherweight champion fought in October and then fought once again in February? He lost his in October via BRUTAL KO and suffered yet another absolutely vicious KO less than 120 days later in February. That was unfortunately Volk, who’s entire career got rocked after taking the Islam rematch on 9 days notice, getting wickedly KO’d and then instead of taking an appropriate break to heal your brain knowing YOU ARE THE DEFENDING A TITLE YOU’VE OWNED FOR A VERY LONG TIME instead of waiting to heal up Volk rushed back into the octagon and now not only was dream of being double champ just a crazy fantasy and now he had nothing.
I want to see legendary fighters like Volk and Max come back from facing adversity, make adjustments, and beat someone like Topuria. That's what this is all about. Great fighters make great fighters better.
Bro I’m a big fan of prochazka but I don’t want to see him against Pereira anymore, to get demolished 3rd time. The same is with Volk and Ilia. Give us Ilia vs Makhachev.
They need to use more good timed elbows en and some knees with Ilia. Ilia charges in and leaves himself open, with a good gameplan they could capitalize on that.
Coming Volk vs Topuria will be a hard fight, cause last time he underestimated both Islam and Topuria fought them on a short notice and suffered knock out.. But I think this time its a tough fight
A fighter saving cards shouldn't have anything to do with FOTY. It's UFC employee of the year, but sporting achievements are the only thing that matters in FOTY.
Alex deserves it, but he shouldn't be next. The public deserves to see the progression of the new era with the emerging faces. The old glories are just old glories. We must allow the UFC to move forward.Topuria makes history and proves his place at the top, showing that even the so-called MMA experts failed to recognize a once-in-a-lifetime talent in time. This oversight by MMA analysts is itself historic. Max is a legendary fighter, but he will also be remembered for his unwillingness to risk the BMF title against Topuria and for his reluctance to engage in an open exchange during the first ten seconds with him. Max's cowardice only further underscores Topuria's superiority. This has changed. Don't look in the rearview mirror.
Do he is gonna a win the fight? I do not know. BUT for sure he deserves a rematch. If he loses, I would like to see Ilia against Lopez. He is young and hungry too.
UFC fans turn on you the second your dominant reign ends, it's crazy. He's still Volkanovski - he's still a dangerous contender. Stylistically, Ilia has the advantage though. I think he comes back more dangerous but hard to say he'll win with all the momentum Ilia currently has. One thing for sure, Alex can't take the damage that Max took before going down...
Wether he beats topuria in the rematch all depends on his game plan and how he approaches the fight. Respect ilia's power but don't get overly concerned about it. Focus on fighting his fight and use tactics to nullify the power puncher. There are ways.
I think Volk needs a warm up fight before fighting Ilia. He got knocked out the last 2 fights. He doesn’t need to risk getting knocked out a third time in a row. He needs to get his confidence back.
The problem is Volk needs to be perfect during 25 minutes and if Ilia lands on him 1 powerful shot its over..crazy man
You sound like a commentator😂😂 gelorogan
😂
volk neds to hire a professional boxer coach for the style of illia
@@franciscomarino2757that wouldn’t save him what makes ilia better than volk isn’t just the technique it’s the power difference and you can’t just get that type of power by training similar to alex pierra
@@markuss5166facts
This fight will end the same way again. Alex will start off better but I think ilia will corner him and night night again. Might go on for a bit longer but either way ilia catching a body
@CursedIDEAS it was competitive till it wasn't, ilia got too much power for volk to bang with ilia in the pocket. ilia is the better wrestler and grappler so idk how volk will win
Volk has 0 chance against Ilia. He has to wrestle and tire Ilia up. Otherwise he loses. Ilia doesn't have to 'catch him' volk is dumb for thinking Ilia only wins if he catch people. No he will hit you in the stomach and face and even if you don't go down you'll gas
Took the words outta my mouth man. Volk either gets KOed sooner or later. But same result
😅 the catching a body part made me laugh, but you on point, volk gets smoked for sure
Yeah I agree, it’s a task on its own not to get knocked out by this guy lol
No one wants to see the rematch rn hate to say it.
I do so wrong
I'd like to see it...
I do
No need to worry. Alex would use his wrestling background for the rematch and have a better chance of winning.
@@brendenwilliams4640So many people want to see Volkanovski get knocked the fuck out again, crazy
I do not want to see Vulk get starched again. My heart could not take it. And I am 90% positive that exactly what happens
I want to see him get the chance. He strikes me as the kind of guy who'll go all in on this retribution.
Dustin Ko'ed BSD
Justin Ko'ed Dustin
Max Ko'ed Justin
Ilia Ko'ed Max
Wanna guess what happens next?😂😂😂
Volk(or any other fighter) Ko's Ilia
@@armandotext he didn't get the bmf officially tho
@@armandotext Islam had all the curses against him along with staph and Dustin still couldn't win..
I mean he’d be better with a warm up but you can never count volk out. If he doesn’t try to beat him at boxing he’ll be able to beat him everywhere else
Put some respect on this guy's name. I believe in Volk.
💯!! Volk 🫡
A LOT of people on here seem to have a short memory. Before getting caught Volk was dominating. He will make the necessary adjustments ANND NEWWWW…
@@kylehayes4973that’s the problem volk has to fight perfect to win and even if he’s winning rounds it only takes one left hook from ilia to crack him
@@kylehayes4973 He was winning, don't get me wrong, but 'dominating' might be a bit of a stretch
Man I love Volk, I don't wanna see him getting KO again
Listen Alex is a legend, he deserves a immediate rematch even though most fans don’t want to see it. I agree that ilia will win, not only win but probably knock Volk out again. Regardless I’m tired of people disregarding Alex. He’s one of if not the greatest featherweight of all time put some fucking respect on his name.
it's not like that but the fans doesn't want to see a legend like volk being knocked out 3 times in a row , i wanna see this rematch but i don't wanna see volk get KO'ed another time he deserves the rematch obviously
volk is a goofy lil bro
people forgot how hard he schoold max in their 3rd fight, max fought well against ilia, i think volk can beat him, but tough cause ilia just needs the one clean punch
He’s going to get smoked. But it’s the biggest fight for him and he deserves it. After he loses he’ll do one or two more fun fights and then retire. End of an era. Such a legend of the sport.
I agree.
How quick you guys are to overlook our featherweight king
Thats the ilia effect. That guy got fans scared for their favorite fighters
You mean the guy who lost his last 3 fights with 2 vicious KO's? 😂 I swear I can't handle this dmbfck comments and delusional people..Max had close to 0 chance against Topuria, Rob literally had 0 chance against Khamzat and Volk has close to 0 chance against Topuria again. Use your brain for f sake. I bet there's gonna be people who think Strickland can beat Chimaev if that fight happens 🤦♂️
I love volk. Huge fan. I just think he should give his chin more time to heal first. Usually people never come back the same after brutal knockouts. Volk has had two of those back to back.
its the casuals bro.. Saturday happened and now they're throating Ilia, and its crazy cuz most of those ppl throating him now were Volk and/or Max fans and hoped Ilia would be "humbled"... nobody switches up like mma fans 💯
Dont put volk with him again in there pls, is gonna be worse than the first time
Good. I hope it is. 😂
Alex could use his wrestling background for the rematch and have a chance of winning.
@@alcottdevalte7440 Ilia has a lot better wraping than Alex, a lot better boxing, a lot more power. Just let it go.
@@CZALEO why would you hope for that volk is a legend a really nice humble guy why would you wish him to get knocked out tf losing years of his life
Ilia is getting better and Volk seems to be going the exact opposite for varius factors.
THIS IS A WASTE OF TIME. HES GONNA FINISH VOLK EASIER THIS TIME.
exactly. honestly this sounds harsh but volk is a pathetic opponent for topuria. 2 ko loss streak, volk is done. him going into that cage just to dap ilia up was really embarrassing
Facts lol I guess volk wants to get knocked out every year now lol
If anyone deserves a rematch it's one of the greatest 145 pound fighters, even if he loses again. He deserves that much!
Sadly..
Jai Herbert of all people had Tilipia panic shooting. Tentative AF vs Emmet. No 10 second energy there.
Dudes, jus let me cope pls 😒 😢
Put some respect on Volkanovski, he definitely deserves the next crack at the title, he’s been one of the most active champions past couple years
I might get called crazy. But I believe Volk with a full camp can come up with a gameplan to beat topuria. He is a gameplan kinda guy.
You’re right, you’re crazy.
Crazy indeed , Illia will have his own gameplan too
how when volk will be on the backfoot running from ilia again, ilia just needs to catch him one time like last time😂
Yep you are crazy and Volk is even crazier to think he can beat Ilia!
This is the one and only time we need a mario buatista strategy 😂
I’m a Volk guy always pulled for him in all the Holloway fights but I don’t want to see this rematch. Volk can still win a lot of fights and beat a lot of high level guys but not Topuria because there’s no way he can avoid his power for 25 mins at 36 years old
There is,he can wrestle Ilia for 25 mins.
Volk still has an elite cardio.
@@jonbonesmahomes7472ilia is a better grappler than volk 😂
Bryce took him down....... You sleep on Volk's grappling he was able to compete with Islam@@tyresejones3535
I am a huge Ilia fan, but we are being so biased by "the momentum"...VOLK IS PERFECTLY CAPABLE OF BEATING ILIA, I do not agree with taking for granted that Topuria is going to win and even less in an easy way. Let it happen.
@@reymon1983 brother ilia would flat line volk again his chin can not stand up to that type of power and ilia’s too complete of a fighter. ilia’s power is more devastating than prime mcgregor’s I’ve never seen Holloway so frightened by power the moment ilia landed that right
Love Volk and Max but im ecstatic to see a violent finisher instead of 90% of fights going to decisions
Same!
@@mmafan87exactly. People forget that max has a lot of decisions. At one point he had 8 in a row lmao
@@Part61Pilotso what. Let's not act like putting someone's lights out is easy. Power is rare.
@@teepssenju3411 can tell you have never been in a fight people get knocked out all the time
@@Part61Pilot I'm talking about UFC though, not fkn everyday life lol
If anyone can come back from a KO loss past 35 and actually win a rematch against the younger guy, it's Volk. I don't think it will happen, but he's had a while to rest at this point. If he still has a chin and is still in his prime, he could win. Those are big if's though.
LETS GO VOLK GET THAT W BACK. ITS POSSIBLE
You guys completely saying volk has no chance is just silly and reguardless the man has been a dominant champ so he deserves it
Topuria has shown absolutely no weaknesses at all... how do you beat a guy with no weaknesses and a guy that is better at striking and wrestling than everyone in the entire division? And a guy that has ko power who only needs to land 1 clean hit to finish it. Even if you have good skills you need a good chin against topuria too and max had the best chin in the entire ufc and topuria cracked it. I dont' see anyone beating topuria unless they can outwrestle him... the only guys to beat topuria have to be dominant wrestlers or a submission artist that can get a lucky submission. Lopes could very much be that guy he had a submission chance for sure but it's not a very high chance of winning
@GrowingDownUnder if Max threw a counter elbow instead of a knee in that last exchange he may have done some damage and survived. imo that's one small chance for catching him in the pocket
@@GrowingDownUnder lol
that's why you gotta ignore the casuals... they just simply don't know any better, and im not trying to knock them, they genuinely don't know any better or understand how this sport works
@brendenwilliams4640 he has no chance buddy, he is getting TFKO again in the 1st rd. I love Volk but this isn't MMA love fest it's MMA violence at its highest level and it's unfortunate that Volk will sleep again.
Whether anyone wants to see the fight or not is irrelevant, he deserves a rematch at FW after such a long title reign and being an incredibly reliable fighter to the UFC, stepping in on short notice for massive fights, remaining active, etc
he deserves two rematches in a row after being koed 2 times in a row by 2 different people? thats crazy just give the man an easier fight let him build some confidence
He deserves it just as Jose Aldo deseved the Conor rematch. It doesn't have to happen
@@Duppyboi two different divisions. Man dominated featherweight for years. Losing to Islam a whole class above doesn’t discredit his 7 title run. He deserves it more than anyone. Fought 2-3x a year. Active and was always the work mule for UfC. So yeah..he deserves it
He does NOT deserve it
"Deserves" lol
This is the UFC whereo only the chosen ones get what they "deserve" & even then it's a 50/50
8:40 as big Ilia fan, I’m so happy Volk knows this, Ilia is a showman in front of the Camera’s, so many fans have hated on Ilia thinking he needs humbled, he’s too cocky etc whole time he’s really humble, he’s got his real self, & his job.
Love Alex, he is a legend and a badass, but nobody wants to see this rematch except him.
I want to see it.
Me too!
Have you seen JSD - Cain trilogy BTW? Cain got KOd in 1 round in 1st fight. Then beat him for 5 rounds in the second fight and knocked him out in the third fight. Shit happens, it's MMA.
Tony Ferguson entered the chat
I would not want to see Volk get knocked out by Ilia again rather have him fight someone else like Lopes before getting a title shot been knocked out his last two fights give him a test first before throwing him in with Topuria again
arnold allen would be a good match up for him, allen doesn't have ko power like that, diego can crack so that's dangerous fight for volk, diego should be next for ilia. ilia also got 2 big fights with conor and islam, which is high possibility of happening
He don't need sh*t to prove himself, GOAT
@@hellboyy99 no doubt he's the 145 goat but hes been slumped his last two fights needs a test first
I believe Volk will have to do some heavy wrestling to Topuria and mix it up until the laters rounds to have a proper chance
There is not a chance for him to beat Ilia... I don't get how you guys still don't understand that ilia isn't some bum on the ground. Bro is actually better on the ground than he is on the feet.
Bull shit, if he was, he’d have a more Islam focused gameplan. Islam has good standup game but he clearly wrestles more because he knows that is his main strength. Max was able to get up with ease when he was taken down. I think ilia didn’t want to waste any more energy taking him down again because of how easily he got up. Ilia’s crisp boxing and power is definitely his strongest gift and he knows it, the man is amazing on the ground but he’s no Islam or khabib for example on the ground.
@@saljewsteinbergowitzcouldn't hold max down..
@@dave9547not even volk could hold him down, max can get up to his feet really well but the wrestling with ilia and alex could be interesting.
@@dave9547he actually could've kept holloway on the ground longer but it was just something for holloway to think about so ilia can find more open shots on the feet
As a Spaniard, I love Volk. Love him as a fighter and even more as a person. But for this last reason I prefer Lopes fight in Spain’s event, which I’ll attend. I know ilia is sending Volk to sleep again and atp I have more hype about Lopes right now (I still think it will be a nasty KO for Ilia). Please wait or fight with the winner of Sterling Evloev. Please Volk
Dude what is wrong with you ? Volks a legen and deserves it period. Lopez barley beat a dude coming off the coach on 5 hrs notice get out of here
@ so Ilia can’t fight cause he is too good. My bad, Im actually sorry, it’s heartbreaking for me as a fan, but Ilia is kind of my man. And it was when the 1st fight happened too. But Volk is definetely not going to beat Ilia. But who does tho? Hope he fights Islam soon
@ so Ilia can’t fight cause he is too good. My bad, Im actually sorry and it’s heartbreaking for me, and it was when the 1st fight happened but Volk is definetely not going to beat Ilia. But who does tho? Hope he fights Islam soon
There's no one else than Volk, I like Diego but he is not at this level yet... There are too many holes in his game...
Bro your 35/36 coming off two vicious Kos this could literally end your career.
He should go out on his shield
I hate to say this but hes gonna end up like frankie edgar
It's called ambition and courage. Random losers on TH-cam wouldn't understand.
Roses are red, violets are blue,
Topuria struck first, but Volk’s coming through.
The rematch awaits, redemption in sight,
As Volkanovski trains for a long, gritty fight.
He studies each move, recalls every round,
Determined to turn the tables this time around.
Topuria holds victory, but Volk’s far from done,
A fierce-hearted warrior, ready to stun.
The crowd holds its breath as fight night draws near,
Will Volk reclaim glory, erase doubt and fear?
One thing is certain, both men will give all-
As the octagon waits for their legendary brawl.
This is quite literally the gayest shit I've ever read
Every round? He barely lasted 1🤣🤣🤣
All things considered tho it's a decent poem
Cringe
What the hell bro, it's actually good, like a cold open type shii
volk is a legend in his own right, no fight against ilia or anyone else will take that away from him. that being said, a quadriology fight against Holloway for the BMF would be great as it looks that ilia will fight Diego lopes.
How do you mean he will fight Lopes when Volk is next?
Ilia is the BMF now. Promoting Max as the BMF would be embarassing for Max
nah, volk vs arnold allen in february
Volk said he was a tight arse with money. Of course he is, all macedonians living in Australia are tight arses!!
@@youngornitieris the bmf belt strictly for only one weight division?
I already know this is a bad take, but why isn’t Volk vs. Holloway 3 as impressive as Ilia KO’ing Max? Absolutely styling on someone for 5 rounds vs. 2 very competitive rounds, then a 3rd round KO can be in the same realm of achievement. Again, I know the real answer is because Max felt un-KO’able. But I think it’s something to consider.
That’s not a bad take. Volk 50-45’ing Max Holloway is insane
You can't judge topurias style in the last two fights round by round, he's always going for the finish. It's like Charles. They don't mind losing rounds to give themselves a higher chance to finish.
Beating max 3 times is definitely more impressive than a ko over max... dustin beat max twice sure, but dustins first win they were both very young and not in their primes. Volk the only guy to beat prime max 3 times...volk is still that guy, i'd put him above topuria in the GOAT conversation and max is still above topuria in the GOAT conversation too. Max cleared the entire division and Volk has beaten like all the contenders they've thrown at him including 2 of the previous GOATS in the 145 division
Volks chin has deteriorated, his confidence shaken and he’s gotten older. Throw a bit of ring rust in there and you’ve got your answer. Your take is relevant without those things considered going into this next rematch
Volk 3x50-45ing prime max is definitely better as an all timer performance
I really don’t think anyone is picking Volk to win the second time around..we will be happy if he can prove us wrong ..just being honest
I love how realistic and clear eyed Volk is about stuff. He's not acting disrespected by people doubting him or not being able to call the shots, he's just "This is my last shot and I'm gonna do my best".
MOVE TO LIGHTWEIGHT, LET GO OF IT VOLK PLEASE. LET LOPEZ GET YOUR GET BACK !!!
Nobody can’t touch the new king
Lopez needs another fight I’d say against aljo for number 1 contender bc no one cares what Mosvar does
Lopez get his back? Lopez has terrible cardio. And he got outstruck badly on the feet by Movsar and smashed on the ground. What you think Ilia gonna do to him?
Lopes has no chance
Regardless of what we assume the outcome of a rematch to be; what else should Volk do next? Risk an eliminator against a young hungry contender? Or have one last shot at getting his belt back.
next Topuria vs Volkanovski 2 & I think Volkanovski gets it done this time by a decision 49/46
unpopular opinion. I think Alex can win a clear UD against Ilia and make it look easy. He just needs to stay on his bike, stick and move, and never sit in the pocket and trade. He was doing that in their first fight, but got caught in that one exchange against the cage. If he gets the rematch with a full camp, I still favor him slightly.
He needs to stay away from the cage and wrestle
Ilia is so good at cutting the cage off and closing distance. His fight IQ is on point. In 25mins Volk will get caught at least once and it’ll be lights out. But who cares about anyone’s opinions, Dana has said this is the next fight so this is what we’re going to see.
Go put money on volk let’s see how that goes I know who I’ll be putting my money on in the rematch 😂
@@tyresejones3535😂😭
I thought that if anyone could fight a perfect 25 minutes and not get caught by a power shot it’s Volk, but Illia doesn’t just throw overhands and pray. His footwork is really good and he sets hit shots up, after he slept max I see nobody avoiding those hands
He'll probably lose but Volk has done enough in the division to do what HE wants, let him have his rematch
Volks is a LEGEND
Honestly the rematch will be great fun
Everyone saying this is not the fight???? I don't get it ? I'm not even a Volk fan,but him or Ilia mops the floor with Lopes. Casuals so quick to write someone off...lol
i mean the 145 lb division is kinda weak tbh. I guess you got to do this fight.
You’re saying this but when Ilia knocks him stiff again, he’ll get no credit. Everyone will say Volk was finished and the fight won’t do anything for him
Lopes has more knocking power than Volk also has a better ground game.
@@watermage25 not weak by any means
If Alex wants a rematch he should have it, and that would be a great fight. He's probably the only person in his division that can put on a fight against Topuria anyway. And he's the Volk so we'll see what happens.
To be frank this will be a mere formality or a retirement fight for Alex. Taking second fight with Mkha was a disaster and he hasn't learnt his lessons
Volk deserves a rematch for the title he defended so many times. It's insane to suggest otherwise.
He deserves it but it’s not an interesting fight I’d rather see ilia fight Islam
@@tyresejones3535factsssss bro, we don’t wanna see volk loose again 🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️‼️
Volk with a long rest and a full camp v ilia will be a great fight don’t write Alexander the Great off he will be a tough fight for ilia can’t wait for this one !!
Bros consecutive title defenses garuntee him a rematch!! How can anyone say different.
Because he’s gonna lose by knockout again we all understand its volk and love him thats not the problem the problem is he just can’t beat ilia the styles just don’t match he can’t just out point him for 25 minutes and can’t trade with ilia like max could
He has definitely earned it I just don’t want to see the fight again. He’s going to get slept, he could still 100% beat guys like aljo and evolev and keep winning
I sure hope we are all wrong. But my sentiments are with those in the comments.
I Love Volk! This guy is one of my Role Models for sure💯 Whatever he wants to do ima support it! He got that rest, he’s ready, let’s go for Gold🏆💪🏻
Everyone wants to see Volkanovski vs Topuria rematch. I love to say it.
Giving it to Volk is a huge oversight in my opinion. Who is going to headline the Australian event when neither of our top Aussies will be there? Whittaker already said he wouldn't do it even if he beat Khamzat, now he's got an injury anyway. Ilia wont fight Volk that soon IN Australia especially... so what can the UFC do? They have to put Volk vs Lopes, it's by far the best thing they can do now.
Jon Jones walks out of the room everytime, what that actually means is that does not matter who will headline the australian event.
@@RLO1515 Not having a big name Aussie on that card is a mistake. It's like going to South Africa and not having DDP fight... our next best star is Jack Della and he isn't a big enough draw to be a main event yet.
🌺 So wonderful to see VOLK. The rematch between Volk + Ilia will be exciting. 😎❤️
God I hate immediate rematches for former champs on an obvious decline. Like dude, you got finished, you're 1-3 in your last 4, and two of those losses you were badly concussed. Can we stop making the same fights just to see the same results?
To be fair he damn near beat Islam on the first go around
10:38 How easily do people forget that he's still the featherweight GOAT
Ilia might, might, become one!
Ilia vs makachev that’s the only one we want to see.
no
Even a former Champ like Volk had to pull off all these things to ensure a rematch (Though it was pretty much in the bag). UFC should have objective rules regarding rematch, vacating the belt, frequency of fights for a Champ etc. instead of just going with which fight makes the most money. They might lose short-term but will eventually bring in more predictability and views. On a similar note Sean vs DDP should be next, purely because he was the former champ. Khamzat can wait.
yes do DDP vs Strickland 2 the winner takes Khamzat...... 🐺
Topuria vs Diego and after Topuria KO:s him, Topuria vs Islam aka one of the greatest fights ever… 🍿
no
If he wants to win he has to spend a lot of time sharpening his boxing offense/defense. Probably working some counter punching techniques and stop backing up with his chin in the air.
I liked Volk, but after those old man Volk stuff absolutely love him.
that shit was what made me confident ilias knocking him out. his energy during that whole fight week was just off. the antics, the talking trash about other fighters (henry) is just not him.
Thanks for the video, ARIEL
Volk will get finished again Lopez deserves a match first
Bro, Lopes isn't good as Volk is. Lopes only has that hype of rookie, but I bet the result could be the same if you put Lopes or Volk against Ilia, however Volk deserves a rematch
@@eleruui think Diego has a bigger chance than Volk, because he has power in his hands. If he makes it dirty he might hace a punchers chance
With the upmost respect, I don’t think anyone wants to see the rematch. It’s just gonna be the same, if anything, it’ll be quicker.
Lopes next☄️
no
Ariel💙💙💙you really are doing magnificent👏👏👏. Best interview of the year Alexander, the great best champ 🫶😘💋💋💋
Alex vs Evolev
Topuria vs Lopes
Holloway 155
no
Who wants to see him chinned again in a rematch. Better fights can be made.
Whats volk gona do? Volume punch topuria?
Bro is copying Brendan schaub 😂
@@Rjk26 oh realllyyyyyyyyt
Wrestle
He’s going to reinvent the term “mixed martial arts” and it’s going to be glorious
Ilia is the undisputed goat of FW. Literally knocked out Volk who was clearly the previous goat, then knocked out Max who was the goat before Volk.
Lame, he’s coming off 2 back to back KO’s and he gets a title shot. Now we won’t get to see Topuria fight Lopez for over a year.
Lopez would get flat lined by ilia lol dude holds his chin out for the taking
@@brendenwilliams4640 So you prefer to see him fight Volk who will be 37 and knocked out in his last two fights, and then not fight an exciting contender for over a year? Come on bro Volk, is acting like a child, it’s honestly cringe.
@@Mr_Lakedude Volk is still level above Lopez tho that guy fights with his chin out and is going to get 50-44 or something against Ilia. Volk still has a good chance he's the GOAT of the division for a reason.
1 of those ko was at light weight . He was a long time dominant champion at 145 . Plus he gave Holloway multiple rematches
ilia has diego and 2 big fights conor and islam, volk won't be getting the rematch no time soon. i really don't want to see the rematch, volk gonna get caught again then it'll be his 3rd ko loss in a row😂
Max’s chin is amazing but its the punches you don’t see that hurt you. That’s unfortunately what happened.
Desperate Volk is sad to see.
Man has he fallen.
If they didn't give him this fight...🤯
Love the guy but unfortunately Ilia sleeps him again 🫣
Love how u guys predict the future 😂
Man has fallen? You guys are so quick to jump ship its ridiculous
Volk would be better served taking legend's fights vs Poirer, Gaethje, Charles, etc at 155. Maybe Aljo after he loses to Evloev. I guess he enjoys getting KO'd 😥
You mad
Alex really deserves the rematch but l don't see a chance of him winning but ...we all have to accept the fact that no one deserves it like him..
Let's goooo.....
Volkanovski will win
I love Alex as much as you guys… But getting knocked out in one shot in the second round does not merit another fucking title shot… I’m sorry, man
Volk is a great guy you can tell! If Ilia Topuria and Volk fight again it needs to be in Spain! the impact Ilia Topuria is having here in Spain its incredible u can't imagine. UFC needs to come here in 2025! You can't waste this opportunity
Bro really choosing the Tony Ferguson career path
Give the man a chance, sometimes champs can bounce back and win their belt back. The man has definitely earned his stripes, let’s see if he has what it takes. I think ilia is winning a rematch but I’d like to see what gameplan a fresh volk implements after seeing max vs ilia.
Haha very true. Ilia sleeps volk again.
Very true, if he wants to continue he should chose an easier oponent, Ilia is going to finish him again with any doubdt
This man is trying to speed run CTE at this point.
Dumb comment from an ignorant loser who will achieve nothing in life. It's called ambition and courage. He wants his title back.
He's better of getting KO'd with 1 shot from Ilia than repeated blows by a Max or Lopez. It's the prolonged assaults which cause the brain issues, not the 1 hitter quitters
Volk going into the cage was so desperate from him go and have a fight and give lopes the shot
How does one not like Volk. He seems like a chill individual.
Volk Bro as a huge fan. Please take your time coming back. We want to see a healthy volk at your best.
Honestly we don’t wanna see part 2 rn but after how he got finished however he’s done a lot for that weight class he’s owed a rematch for being a dominant champ always stepping in on late notices fights and he defended the belt like 5 or 6 times but he’s gonna have to be on his bicycle and not back up into the cage the whole time and use his wrestling to win this dude topuria is no joke …
Max Put Up A Better Fight Than Volk Did. No Reason For Rematch.
I pity your sad soul
Feels desperate when fighters are travelling across the world to "ensure" they get the next shot, by standing weirdly in the octagon after the fight.
Max isn't known for knockout power in the earlier rounds. My boy's technique was on spot, but if those checks and counters had a bit more power, that'd be punishing. I think Volk has all the weapons required for Ilia.
Ya he was doing great against Topuria. People have this issue where if someone wins, then the other person must have been doing terrible... so I am seeing a lot of comments that Max was not in the same league, etc. For some reason they are not seeing that his technique was great, speed was great... and he was tagging Topuria up. It was very back and forth. Volk will have more power and I think him vs. Topuria is more around 50/50 on who wins.
@@Mr-E. this is so delusional. watch the fight and actually pay attention to what was happening: Topuria was hunting him down the whole time to set up the KO finish. just because Volk hit him with a few leg kicks in the first round doesn't mean it was even remotely competitive.
@@PandaBoy-zi2hgI agree , Max did well , Volk not so much
@@Mr-E.volk doesn’t have power on the feet he could wobble max once in 75 minutes 😂
This fight should happen before the middle of next year. Ilia waited all year to fight with Max. He doesn’t deserve another huge year long break. We need active champions like Alex pereira. If ilia becomes more active he has poaton potential
Isnt it kinda funny? Volk KOd, Max KOd, and now Volk going 'Im next!'
How could it be possible that this guy has been the best pound for pound fighter and all of the sudden you all guys think this guy is irrelevant.
The guy is a fucking legend who has lost against a fucking animal like Ilia. He deserves the opportunity and the fight could be legendary. ❤
I am a Georgian so I want everything that’s best for Ilia. And having not one but two KO’s over Volk beefs up his resume that much more.
Yet…we the fans must do everything in our power to let it he known we do NOT want this fight. I don’t want the sight of Volk KO’d yet again. I hate the idea.
That KO of Max should be considered by the UFC as the turning of the page on this era. We cannot go backwards and have Ilia keep fighting these guys.
Ilia has to be given the Islam fight or let him mow down this whole crop of new guys like Lopes, Evloev, etc.
DO NOT MAKE VOLK FIGHT ILIA EVER AGAIN!!!!
You talking nonsense do You hear Me??
@ I’m placing you under citizen’s arrest for disagreeing with me on the internet
@@offthepageontoscreen5767Entiendo lo que quieres decir, sería muy duro para el currículum de Volk, y prácticamente acabaria con su carrera de la peor manera posible, pero te tengo que decir algo. Volk es un campeón, el mejor peso pluma de la historia, como no va pelear contra Ilia? Osea si tan bueno es, tiene que pelear contra los mejores, está es la realidad, sino que se retire ya, me daria pena que lo noqueran a Volk, pero lamentablemente esto es así, si ilia es mejor que el hay que asumirlo.
Alex deserves another go, tough task but rn he’s the best chance and imagine the scenes if he wins..
I love volk, and care for him so much. He is an amazing person. If Volk can focus on grappling against ilia instead of striking. Thats the only shot I see of him winning. Otherwise expect another KO if he strikes
If someone deserves that rematch is Volk, but it wasn't a close fight. And we have to think in both sides:
What does Volk deserve
What a raising superatar deserves
And I think UFC should be smart enough to put both fighters in a good position. So, this is what I think:
- Volk fight Diego Lopes in Sydney
- Whoever wins that fight goes to Madrid.
Important to mention Dana gave Volk to chances for the 155 belt, and lost both times. I think now he has to wait a little bit more for that 145 title fight. It could look unfair, but it is what it is.
lol it wasn't close but Volk won round 1 & He was doing well to on round 2 lol You delusional
next! Topuria vs Volkanovski 2
If Volk really thought either Max or Topuria would fight him in Sydney in February after winning the belts just 4 months earlier in October then his CTE has unfortunately advanced way past where we thought he was.
You know what happened when the last time a featherweight champion fought in October and then fought once again in February? He lost his in October via BRUTAL KO and suffered yet another absolutely vicious KO less than 120 days later in February. That was unfortunately Volk, who’s entire career got rocked after taking the Islam rematch on 9 days notice, getting wickedly KO’d and then instead of taking an appropriate break to heal your brain knowing YOU ARE THE DEFENDING A TITLE YOU’VE OWNED FOR A VERY LONG TIME instead of waiting to heal up Volk rushed back into the octagon and now not only was dream of being double champ just a crazy fantasy and now he had nothing.
Damn lol
I want to see legendary fighters like Volk and Max come back from facing adversity, make adjustments, and beat someone like Topuria. That's what this is all about. Great fighters make great fighters better.
Volk being unconscious in two straight fights & Still feeling entitled to another shot is crazy.
Bro I’m a big fan of prochazka but I don’t want to see him against Pereira anymore, to get demolished 3rd time. The same is with Volk and Ilia. Give us Ilia vs Makhachev.
They need to use more good timed elbows en and some knees with Ilia. Ilia charges in and leaves himself open, with a good gameplan they could capitalize on that.
Coming Volk vs Topuria will be a hard fight, cause last time he underestimated both Islam and Topuria fought them on a short notice and suffered knock out.. But I think this time its a tough fight
Y'all need to send a microphone to every single fighters. Its impossible for them to have good audio somehow
Volk makes all Aussies very proud, same with Rob.. Proper role models doing our Flag right.
A fighter saving cards shouldn't have anything to do with FOTY. It's UFC employee of the year, but sporting achievements are the only thing that matters in FOTY.
Volk is such a cool guy
Alex deserves it, but he shouldn't be next. The public deserves to see the progression of the new era with the emerging faces. The old glories are just old glories. We must allow the UFC to move forward.Topuria makes history and proves his place at the top, showing that even the so-called MMA experts failed to recognize a once-in-a-lifetime talent in time. This oversight by MMA analysts is itself historic. Max is a legendary fighter, but he will also be remembered for his unwillingness to risk the BMF title against Topuria and for his reluctance to engage in an open exchange during the first ten seconds with him. Max's cowardice only further underscores Topuria's superiority. This has changed. Don't look in the rearview mirror.
Do he is gonna a win the fight? I do not know.
BUT for sure he deserves a rematch.
If he loses, I would like to see Ilia against Lopez. He is young and hungry too.
UFC fans turn on you the second your dominant reign ends, it's crazy. He's still Volkanovski - he's still a dangerous contender. Stylistically, Ilia has the advantage though. I think he comes back more dangerous but hard to say he'll win with all the momentum Ilia currently has. One thing for sure, Alex can't take the damage that Max took before going down...
He’s going to bounce back like GSP mark my words he should even train with gsp for his return !!
Wether he beats topuria in the rematch all depends on his game plan and how he approaches the fight. Respect ilia's power but don't get overly concerned about it. Focus on fighting his fight and use tactics to nullify the power puncher. There are ways.
I think Volk needs a warm up fight before fighting Ilia. He got knocked out the last 2 fights. He doesn’t need to risk getting knocked out a third time in a row. He needs to get his confidence back.