On the night of January 31–February 1, the numbered fight show UFC 325. will take place at «Qudos Bank Arena» (Sydney, Australia) .
The main event of the evening will be a fight for the UFC featherweight championship (up to 65.8 kg). The current titleholder, Australian Alexander Volkanovski, nicknamed “The Great,” will enter the octagon against Brazilian challenger Diego Lopes.
Recall that they met in the UFC cage last April. At UFC 314, Volkanovski won by unanimous decision and regained the championship belt. Today, the Brazilian will try to get revenge. Since then, Lopes has had a preliminary bout, where he defeated compatriot Jean Silva.
MMA records: Alexander Volkanovski (27-4) – Diego Lopes (27-7)
Alexander is one of the best UFC fighters of the last 10 years; he made his successful debut in Dana White’s promotion in 2016. He knows and can do just about everything in the cage. Despite his advanced age (37 years old), he continues to compete at the highest level, despite having endured many grueling battles.
Diego is mindful of his strengths and capabilities. He did not take advantage of his first chance to win the championship title, but remained in the Top 10 and rightfully earned a second chance. Lopes is an all-rounder with a well-honed striking game.
Can the Brazilian challenger stop the “local crowd favorite” on his second attempt? Watch live on the platform: UFC Fight Pass.
The UFC 325 tournament begins at midnight, 00:00 (Eastern European Time UTC+2).
Title fight Alexander Volkanovski – Diego Lopes at around 06:00
(Add 3 hours for Astana and Tashkent).
Alexander Volkanovski won by unanimous decision (UD 5). Fight score: (49-46, 49-46, 50-45).
Detailed results of the UFC 325 tournament
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