Alexander Volkanovski insists on lightweight title shot vs. Justin Gaethje after UFC 333
UFC fighter Alexander Volkanovski is calling for a lightweight title fight against Justin Gaethje following his recent victory at UFC 333. Volkanovski has pledged to retire regardless of the outcome to avoid stalling the division.
Why it matters
This highlights the intersection of athlete legacy, retirement planning, and the logistical challenges of multi-division title management in professional sports.
Alexander Volkanovski is adamant about getting one final chance at becoming a two-division UFC champion.
After two failed attempts, Volkanovski (29-4 MMA, 16-3 UFC) is hoping to close out his career with the UFC lightweight title after years of dominating the weight class below. Volkanovski, whom many consider the greatest featherweight of all time, broke the record for the most UFC title wins at 145 pounds by stopping Movsar Evloev (20-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) in the main event of Saturday's UFC 333.
It was a big win for the Australian, and one that he hopes gets him a shot against lightweight champion Justin Gaethje , who like Volkanovski, has also been flirting with retirement.
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