As expected, it didn’t take long for Alexander Volkanovski to make himself available to perform on the UFC 312 card, which was recently confirmed by the organization to be based in Australia. Therefore, the former featherweight champion (66kg) is already planning possible opponents to face him at the event on February 8, which also includes Brazilian Diego Lopes.
During a press conference to promote the attraction, Volkanovski opens the door to a duel against Diego Lopes at UFC Australia in February, preferably for the interim featherweight beltHowever, the Australian made it clear he still hopes to compete again for the title directly against the winner of the dispute between defending champion Ilya Topuria and challenger Max Holloway, which is scheduled for October 26.
“I’m going to do whatever it takes to make sure I’m on that card. I am, 100%, going to perform in Sydney in February. Whether it’s a title, interim (belt), lightweight title, I don’t care what it is. If for some reason I don’t have a fight, I’ll perform on the DJ deck or something. I will find a way to do this. I would say it would be an exciting fight with (Diego) Lopez if that happens. If not, it’s Max or Ilya”, Volkanovski declared via ‘Submission Radio’.
Brazilian with eyes
Interestingly, Diego Lopes had also previously teased about his possible participation in UFC 312. On social media, shortly after Australia was announced as host of the card, the Brazilian based in Mexico used the publication’s comments section to show potential interest. Secure a spot at the event. Before that, however, the Amazonian has another important commitment.
Diego, ranked third in the Ultimate Featherweight Rankings, has had his request accepted and will remain in Abu Dhabi to serve as a reserve for the title fight between Topuria and Holloway, where UFC 308 will be held on October 26. Like the heroes of the show, the jiu-jitsu black belt will go through a weight loss process and lose weight so that in a last-minute emergency, he can take the place of one of the athletes who will fight for it. League’s 66 kg belt.
