At UFC 314, Alexander Volkanovski faced Diego Lopes in a pivotal featherweight matchup. Volkanovski, a legendary former champion, sought to reestablish his dominance in the division after a series of impressive title defenses. Lopes, on a five-fight win streak, presented a challenge but ultimately struggled to impose his style. The fight demonstrated Volkanovski's superior skill set, with effective striking and ground control, allowing him to dictate the pace and direction of the contest. The bout reinforced the promise of the featherweight division's future, regardless of the outcome.
Lopes started trading kicks with Volkanovski before firing a flurry and getting into an exchange.
Regardless of who took this fight it's safe to say the UFC featherweight will be in good hands.
Volkanovski landed a big left hook on Lopes that stunned him for a moment.
Lopes just wasn't fighting the style that got him to the title fight, and he accepted fighting Volkanovski's fight.
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