Alexander Volkanovski captured the UFC featherweight title by defeating Max Holloway at UFC 245 in December 2019, bringing an end to Holloway's dominant reign in the division. The two fighters faced off again at UFC 251, where Volkanovski narrowly secured victory in a split decision. Their rivalry continued with a trilogy bout at UFC 276, held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This time, Volkanovski showcased his dominance by winning every round against Holloway, further solidifying his place as champion.
Looking ahead, Alexander Volkanovski will headline UFC 314 on April 12th. He is set to face No. 3 ranked Diego Lopes for the vacant 145-pound championship. This upcoming match is highly anticipated as Volkanovski seeks to defend his legacy in the featherweight division.
For those interested in reliving the intense action, the full fight video of Alexander Volkanovski vs. Max Holloway 3 is available for viewing, highlighting Volkanovski's skill and strategy in what became a landmark fight in UFC history.