Alexander Volkanovski
Pro MMA Statistics
28-4-0KO/TKO
| Win | 13 | 46% |
| Losses | 0 | 0% |
Submission
| Win | 3 | 11% |
| Losses | 0 | 0% |
Decision
| Win | 12 | 43% |
| Losses | 4 | 100% |
Career Overview
Alexander Volkanovski
Alexander Volkanovski, nicknamed "The Great," is an Australian mixed martial artist who competes in the featherweight division of the UFC.
Born and raised in the Wollongong region of New South Wales, Volkanovski played semi-professional rugby league before turning to combat sports in his early twenties. He cut his teeth on the Australian regional circuit, training out of Freestyle Fighting Gym in Wollongong, and built his early record while working a day job before committing fully to MMA. He later expanded his camp to include City Kickboxing in Auckland, New Zealand, under head coach Eugene Bareman, alongside training stints at Tiger Muay Thai in Phuket, Thailand.
Volkanovski holds a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and won regional titles, including promotions such as Pacific Xtreme Combat and the Australian Fighting Championship, before signing with the UFC.
Inside the cage, Volkanovski is known as a relentless, high-output counter striker who blends heavy hands, a dangerous overhand right, and crisp leg-kick volume with underrated offensive wrestling. His ability to control range, adjust game plans mid-fight, and grind out five-round championship pace has made him one of the most technically complete fighters in his weight class.
Volkanovski won the UFC Featherweight Championship by defeating Max Holloway at UFC 245 and went on to defend the belt multiple times, including further wins over Holloway, Brian Ortega, and Yair Rodriguez. Earlier in his career he defeated Jose Aldo. He twice challenged Islam Makhachev for the UFC Lightweight Championship, and after losing his featherweight title to Ilia Topuria, reclaimed the vacant belt with a win over Diego Lopes
Stats last updated: August 18, 2026
Professional Fight History
| Result | Opponent | Method | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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WDEC26-4
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Diego Lopes TITLE· 27-7 | Unanimous DecisionR5 · 5:00 | UFC 325: Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2 |
2026Jan 31
2026Jan
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WDEC25-4
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Diego Lopes TITLE· 26-6 | Unanimous DecisionR5 · 5:00 | UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes |
2025Apr 12
2025Apr
|
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LKO/TKO24-4
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Ilia Topuria TITLE· 14-0 | KO (Punch)R2 · 3:32 | UFC 298: Volkanovski vs. Topuria |
2024Feb 17
2024Feb
|
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LKO/TKO24-3
|
Islam Makhachev TITLE· 24-1 | KO (Head Kick)R1 · 3:06 | UFC 294: Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2 |
2023Oct 21
2023Oct
|
|
WKO/TKO24-2
|
Yair Rodriguez TITLE· 19-3 | TKO (Punches)R3 · 4:19 | UFC 290: Volkanovski vs. Rodriguez |
2023Jul 08
2023Jul
|
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LKO/TKO23-2
|
Islam Makhachev TITLE· 23-1 | KO (Head Kick)R5 · 5:00 | UFC 284: Makhachev vs. Volkanovski |
2023Feb 11
2023Feb
|
|
WDEC23-1
|
Max Holloway TITLE· 23-6 | Unanimous DecisionR5 · 5:00 | UFC 276: Adesanya vs. Cannonier |
2022Jul 02
2022Jul
|
|
WKO/TKO22-1
|
Chan Sung Jung· 17-6 | TKO (Punches)R4 · 0:45 | UFC 273: VOLKANOVSKI VS THE KOREAN ZOMBIE |
2022Apr 09
2022Apr
|
|
WDEC21-1
|
Brian Ortega TITLE· 15-1 | Unanimous DecisionR5 · 5:00 | UFC 266: Volkanovski vs. Ortega |
2021Sep 25
2021Sep
|
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WDEC20-1
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Max Holloway TITLE· 21-5 | Split DecisionR5 · 5:00 | UFC 251: Usman vs. Masvidal |
2020Jul 11
2020Jul
|
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WDEC19-1
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Max Holloway TITLE· 21-4 | Split DecisionR5 · 5:00 | UFC 245: Usman vs. Covington |
2019Dec 14
2019Dec
|
|
WDEC18-1
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José Aldo· 28-4 | DecisionR3 · 5:00 | UFC 237: Namajunas vs. Andrade |
2019May 11
2019May
|
|
WKO/TKO17-1
|
Chad Mendes· 18-4 | TKO (Punches)R2 · 4:14 | UFC 232: Jones vs. Gustafsson 2 |
2018Dec 29
2018Dec
|
|
WDEC16-1
|
Darren Elkins· 24-5 | Unanimous DecisionR3 · 5:00 | UFC Fight Night 133 |
2018Jul 14
2018Jul
|
|
WKO/TKO15-1
|
Jeremy Kennedy· 11-0 | TKO (punches and elbows)R2 · 4:57 | UFC 221: Romero vs. Rockhold |
2018Feb 10
2018Feb
|
|
WDEC14-1
|
Shane Young· 11-3 | Unanimous DecisionR3 · 5:00 | UFC Fight Night 121 |
2017Nov 18
2017Nov
|
|
WDEC13-1
|
Mizuto Hirota· 18-7-2 | Unanimous DecisionR3 · 5:00 | UFC Fight Night 110 |
2017Jun 10
2017Jun
|
|
WKO/TKO12-1
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Yusuke Kasuya· 9-2-2 | Ground & PoundR2 · 2:06 | UFC Fight Night 101 |
2016Nov 26
2016Nov
|
|
WKO/TKO11-1
|
Jai Bradney· 16-12-1 | TKO (Punches) | Wollongong Wars 4 |
2016Jul 08
2016Jul
|
|
WKO/TKO10-1
|
Jamie Mullarkey· 8-0 | KO (Punch)R1 · 3:23 | Australian FC 15 |
2016Mar 19
2016Mar
|
|
WSUB9-1
|
Yusuke Yachi· 13-4 | Triangle ChokeR4 · 3:43 | PXC 50 |
2015Dec 04
2015Dec
|
|
WKO/TKO8-1
|
James Bishop· 2-0 | TKO (Punches)R1 · 1:39 | Australian FC 13 |
2015Jun 14
2015Jun
|
|
WKO/TKO7-1
|
Dave Butt· 6-6 | TKO (Punches)R2 · 1:52 | Wollongong Wars 2 |
2014Nov 01
2014Nov
|
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WDEC6-1
|
Kyle Reyes· 5-2 | Unanimous DecisionR3 · 5:00 | PXC 45 |
2014Oct 24
2014Oct
|
|
WSUB5-1
|
Jai Bradney· 15-9-1 | Rear-Naked ChokeR1 · 4:58 | Roshambo MMA 3 |
2014Jul 26
2014Jul
|
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WKO/TKO4-1
|
Rodolfo Marques· 16-3-1 | KO (Punch)R1 · 3:41 | Australian FC 9 |
2014May 17
2014May
|
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WSUB3-1
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Greg Atzori· 13-5 | Guillotine | Roshambo MMA 2 |
2014Feb 01
2014Feb
|
|
WKO/TKO2-1
|
Luke Catubig· 2-2 | TKO (Punches)R3 · 4:39 | Australian FC 7 |
2013Dec 13
2013Dec
|
|
LKO/TKO1-1
|
Corey Nelson· 12-4-1 | TKO (head kick and punches)R3 · 0:13 | Australian FC 5 |
2013May 10
2013May
|
|
WKO/TKO1-0
|
Anton Zafir· 2-0 | TKO (Punches)R4 · 2:19 | Roshambo MMA 1 |
2013Apr 06
2013Apr
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Alexander Volkanovski RELATED NEWS
UFC 325: Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2 – Fight Card, Date, Odds
Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes are set for a rematch. It’s a busy month to start off the Paramount+ era, with consecutive weeks of numbered events. UFC 325 takes place in Sydney on Jan. 31, a week after the incredible scenes from UFC 324 in Las Vegas.
UFC 314 Miami Betting Guide – Volkanovski vs Lopes Odds & Bets
The UFC returns to Miami on April 12, 2025, for UFC 314 Volkanovski vs Lopes. A featherweight matchup between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes will headline UFC 314. The main event will crown the new UFC featherweight champion. We look at the best bets for UFC 314 Volkanovski vs Lopes.
UFC 314 Miami Opening Betting Odds – Volkanovski vs Lopes
Below, Delinquent MMA covers the updated opening betting lines and fight card for UFC Miami 314, Alexander Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes
UFC 298: Volkanovski vs. Topuria Betting Guide
Check out the betting guide for UFC 298 ahead of Saturday’s ESPN Plus event. Featuring Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria for the UFC Featherweight Championship. The Betting Guide provides you with the best bets for UFC 298. Ranked No. 4 Topuria faces off in a five-round main event against Featherweight champion, Volkanovski, on February 17th. According to the UFC […]
UFC 294: Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2 Betting Guide
The highly anticipated title rematch between Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski will headline UFC 294. See predictions and odds here
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