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Alexander Volkanovski is the UFC featherweight champion and arguably the greatest 145-pounder ever. Here's his record at 28-4, what's next after beating Diego Lopes at UFC 325, AEST fight times and the betting angles that actually matter.
Alexander Volkanovski is the UFC featherweight champion and, on most reckonings, the greatest 145-pounder in the sport’s history. The 37-year-old from Wollongong holds a record of 28-4 and made the first defence of his second featherweight reign by beating Diego Lopes on points at UFC 325 in February 2026. His eight title-fight wins tie José Aldo’s featherweight record. Below: his record, what is next, and how to follow his fights from Australia.
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Alexander Volkanovski: the record
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Record | 28-4 |
| Division | Featherweight (145lb) — reigning champion |
| Age | 37 |
| From | Wollongong, New South Wales |
| Last fight | Beat Diego Lopes by unanimous decision at UFC 325 (February 2026) |
| Title-fight wins | Eight — tied with José Aldo for the most in featherweight history |
What is next for Volkanovski?
His next fight has not been announced. Volkanovski has made clear he wants Movsar Evloev, the undefeated No. 1 contender, which is the fight the division has been building toward and the one that would most add to his legacy.
At 37 and in a second reign, the calculation around him has changed. He is no longer a fighter the market can assume will simply out-work everyone for 25 minutes, and title fights at this stage of a career are priced with far more doubt than they were during his first run. That cuts both ways for punters — it means live underdog prices on a genuine great.
Why he is hard to beat
Volume and pressure. Volkanovski’s game is built on output and cardio rather than one-punch power. He wins rounds on accumulation, which is why so many of his title defences have gone to the judges.
Decision risk is the story of his fights. Because he wins on volume, his fights frequently go the distance and are frequently close. Method-of-victory markets matter more with Volkanovski than with almost any other champion — backing him to win is a very different bet from backing him to finish.
He fights up. He has twice moved to lightweight to challenge for a second belt, which tells you something about how he is matched and why he is often the smaller fighter in the cage.
Watching Volkanovski from Australia
UFC numbered events are staged in the United States on a Saturday night local time, which puts the main card in the Australian Sunday afternoon — typically around 12:00pm to 2:00pm AEST for the headline walk-out. That makes Volkanovski title fights among the most convenient major sports events for Australian viewers, and it is why his fights draw the audiences they do here.
UFC events are broadcast in Australia on Kayo Sports and Fox Sports, with numbered events sold as pay-per-view.
Betting angles on a Volkanovski fight
Look at the distance, not just the winner. His fights go to decision far more often than the average title fight. Over/under rounds and method markets carry the real value.
Respect the age curve. At 37, a bad round means more than it did at 30. Live in-play markets on his fights have moved sharply in recent years.
Shop the champion price. Australian bookmakers price local favourites shorter than the overseas market does — worth comparing before you take a price. See our best betting sites in Australia guide.
Alexander Volkanovski FAQs
Is Alexander Volkanovski still the champion?
Yes. He is the reigning UFC featherweight champion and defended the belt against Diego Lopes at UFC 325 in February 2026.
What is Volkanovski’s record?
28-4. His eight title-fight wins tie José Aldo for the most in UFC featherweight history.
Who is Volkanovski fighting next?
His next fight has not been announced. He has named undefeated No. 1 contender Movsar Evloev as the opponent he wants.
What time are Volkanovski fights in Australia?
UFC numbered events run on a US Saturday night, which puts the main card in the Australian Sunday afternoon — usually around 12:00pm to 2:00pm AEST for the main event.
How can I watch Volkanovski fight in Australia?
UFC events are shown on Kayo Sports and Fox Sports in Australia, with numbered events sold as pay-per-view.
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