UFC 284 Perth: Volkanovski on strategy v Islam Makhachev, double champ status | Fox Sports Australia
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UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski sits down with Fox Sports Australia to detail tactics for his upcoming championship fight against UFC lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev.
Volkanovski aims to become only the fifth champion in UFC history to hold two belts simultaneously.
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• Champ vs Champ • World #1 vs #2 P4P • Alex ~ Longest Active Win Streak • Islam ~ Least Strikes Absorbed in UFC History This Ought To Be One Of The Greatest MMA Fights Of All Time.
@ethancleaver1464
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I forgot volk is on a 22 fight win streak
@AngryRooter
Жыл бұрын
That’s what I been saying to everyone
@bobby6204
Жыл бұрын
Less strikes than khamzat? I'm guessing that Gilbert landed alot 🤷♂️ Looking forward to this fight.
@TheFitDragon
Жыл бұрын
u forgot the weight and strength difference - quick fight
@Benjamin-hp8mw
Жыл бұрын
@Hassy Kay hes very flawed.Let him strike for a while and they come out
Gotta admire his mindset he's a beast.
@ALIMOHAMMED-wd1em
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I agree with you, he is fast and indeed has high IQ-Fight but don't underestimate Islam, he is a beast, once Volk on the ground he is done, Islam only need one streak to put him down and that is it. I can't wait to see this fight. I support my hero Islam.💪
@Mark-bd5ci
Жыл бұрын
@@ALIMOHAMMED-wd1em Volk has the tools to beat Islam, that's why this match is so anticipated. We know how Islam can win, but peope want to see the underdog go against the guy who should win on paper.
@ALIMOHAMMED-wd1em
Жыл бұрын
@@Mark-bd5ci I thought the same when he fought Olivera, but Islam surprised me. I just saw a video for Henry Cejudo, he said Volk took not a really wise decision and he put his career and legacy in stake in this fight. I really want to support Volk, but oh man I cannot..
Out of all the fighters who ever tried for double champ Volk has the hardest challenge.
@DinculaMVP
Жыл бұрын
FACTS!
@jay_kulina
Жыл бұрын
That's why if he does beat Islam(why seems almost impossible), he deserves the GOAT status at least as much as JBJ, if not more. Even if JBJ beats Gane to become double champ himself. I mean Gane is great, but nowhere near Islam.
If Volk wins he's officially the coolest champ we've ever had
@Jon--Jones
Жыл бұрын
I agree
@user-jg7ic9ft1z
Жыл бұрын
Only time will tell but Beating Islam will cement his legacy in all time greatest P4P
@cordogg1132
Жыл бұрын
It will never happen.
@John.3
Жыл бұрын
@@cordogg1132 putin drafted islams daddy, it over for you
@kiabtoomlauj6249
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@@user-jg7ic9ft1z Not only beating Islam but going up from 145 to beat someone who easily beat the most feared BJJ practitioner in all of the UFC who also has very elite Muay Thai himself --- and is below average in height and among some of the naturally (for the frame) smaller guys at 145, too --- THAT would get Alex cemented as the best pound for pound forever. Islam, btw, is NOT 5'10" as the record keeps saying. Khabib is 5'10". Islam and Charles are clearly over 5'11". Look at some of the still pictures of Islam standing next to, or standing with arms around, Usman who is always listed as 6'0": Islam is just a hair shy of Usman's well established 6'0" height. Neither Islam nor Charles is small, for 155 or for 170. (Islam, on videos, looked a bit shorter than Charles ONLY because as a wrestler, his tendency is to stay a bit low, ready to wrestle any time the opponent givers him a chance.) But both Charles and Islam are BIG for 15, going by their built and their height; plus the specialty they both have, they'd run over many at 170, too.
The confidence on Volk!
One of the Greatest Fights the UFC will Ever See!! Hats off to Both Men on the night
@vaellanshanmuru6405
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What if islam finishes volk in one round tho
@user-jg7ic9ft1z
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@@vaellanshanmuru6405 It's still the best fight . Last time I was this excited was for Khabib Vs Conor
@cordogg1132
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@Onyen Bew I don't understand how anyone is excited for this. Volk needs a fucking miracle to win.
@cliffordpeppers1749
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I think it goes to round 3 at least
@cliffordpeppers1749
Жыл бұрын
@@vaellanshanmuru6405 it's going 3 rounds
I'm absolutely buzzing for Volk....Dare to be great
@killerbeen773
Жыл бұрын
LFC are not great 😅
This guy makes me proud to be Aussie
@ChrisTrovato
Жыл бұрын
He represents well
@ayanqnz2457
Жыл бұрын
Definitely the best athlete ever to come out of aussie
@Woody_Johnson
Жыл бұрын
this guy makes me proud to be earthling
@salvitiello2738
Жыл бұрын
Lol ...
@salvitiello2738
Жыл бұрын
Don't get over exited he originally it's from Macedonia and his mother is from Greece
I don't see him winning this fight but he is an all time great regardless and his attitude is refreshing
@hudsonlopez3754
Жыл бұрын
I see it. He’s one of those guys who never let me down, and i’ve doubted him many times before. Not sure i’d put money on this one tho
@kinantantjiptawirawan8029
Жыл бұрын
2nd this, i hate it when two fighters fight are the real deal, i very much prefer Makhachev pummeling and ragdolling the likes of Chandler
@winniethepooh8521
Жыл бұрын
@@hudsonlopez3754 you see it but you’re not gonna bet. So you don’t see it.
This will be Volk's GSP moment. This is when people will start to see how great he really is.
@mohankrishna1361
Жыл бұрын
Thats what im afraid of, cos hes gonna lose this fight and people will never give him the credit he deserves
The fierce determination.. the fire.. the intensity.. damn how could you not like Alexander the Great. Win or lose.. he will always be my favourite fighter.. even if he is an Aussie😉
Man the confidence 🔥🔥🔥
Fingers Crossed I hope you win Volk I'm supporting from New Zealand I'll be watching on my T.V
@newzealand_triplea_bbx1105
Жыл бұрын
@My opinion is better than yours I'm just really hoping he does win bcoz even though I'm a NZ,der he is my favorite ufc fighter of all time because he is hard work great determination and just moves straight forward and he feeds off the doubters
"When the cage close, nobody can help him.” Islam Makhachev ☝️
@alihijleh.4321
Жыл бұрын
Inshallah
@Lamebred.
Жыл бұрын
Ohhh scary... 🤪
@charankumarreddy5871
Жыл бұрын
Inshallah
@nonesanchez505
Жыл бұрын
Yeah no sh!t 😂
Man, it is hard to see two of your favorite fighters collide in a fight that you know will be an epic one. Good luck to both guys, may The Best win.
Volk is a true inspiration and the perfect example of the Aussie spirit. Makes me proud to be Australian
@dain9001
Жыл бұрын
He is macedonian.
@jayemaguire5168
Жыл бұрын
@@dain9001 he was born in Wollongong NSW Australia...
@plipplop
Жыл бұрын
Puts himself across like a gentleman. Top notch bloke.
@dain9001
Жыл бұрын
@@jayemaguire5168 if you are born in space then that doesnt make you an alien.
@ImagoofybaII
Жыл бұрын
@@dain9001 People like you are so cringe lmao. What, 90% of Australia are British people?
Mad respect to volk, he is not just moving up to fight a champ but a champ who is the most feared grappler probably in whole UFC.
I’m Rooting for you Volk All the Way from New York City! I can’t wait for you to be the Next CHAMP CHAMP!! King Volk! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍👍👍💯
I'll be at the event in Perth and will be cheering for Volk, go get it Champ Champ!
@theaussiefinder4440
Жыл бұрын
How did you even get tickets...
@bboybreezi2417
Жыл бұрын
@@theaussiefinder4440 ikr!
@salvitiello2738
Жыл бұрын
Champ chimp
@theaussiefinder4440
Жыл бұрын
@@bboybreezi2417 bro i had 3 nates including me up all night and morning, they sold out straight away
@bboybreezi2417
Жыл бұрын
@@theaussiefinder4440 yeah its crazy man i live 30mins away from the fight the prices were Saudi money lol
Let's Go Volk!!!!!
This gets me excited!!! Let's go Volk! 🇦🇺🎯🔥
@KA-cm3nv
Жыл бұрын
Yeah he’s not winning this fight lol
C"mon Volk, you can do it, work them tackles, make him feel the power, put doubt and fear in his mind in the 1st round then systematically break him down ... You the man🇦🇺👊
@robbifauzi8075
Жыл бұрын
Hope volk can standup for 5 round. I want to see a cut on this dagentani boys face. I never see islam or khabib get bloody figth. But its will be hard to break dagestani mentallity. They are born to be figther.
So keen for this fight! Even the card. It’s stacked full of Aussie fighters🇦🇺
@salvitiello2738
Жыл бұрын
He is from Macedonia originally
@adriandevil7232
Жыл бұрын
@@salvitiello2738 did I say any different? Also he is from Australia born and raised. His dad is from Macedonia and his mum from Greece They came to Australia for a better life, look on volks passport and it’ll say “Australian” look at the flag he represents that’s also Australian
@thefuture1892
Жыл бұрын
His blood is not Australian but neither is any of ours. We are European white fellas from UK Poland Greece lots of places but represent Australia
@fuzzywuzzy0549
Жыл бұрын
@@salvitiello2738 lol
A true inspiration coming from my favorite fighter, I cannot wait…
In my opinion, Volk is the only top fighter left that has a real chance of beating Islam. And if he loses, then Islam will remain champion until the day he retires like Khabib.
@a_m4608
Жыл бұрын
Dariush has a good chance too
@blakehoule6698
Жыл бұрын
@@a_m4608 he’s good, but definitely not Volk level great. I still think Islam beats Dariush.
@missmarya747
Жыл бұрын
I must go with Islam he is cut from a different cloth. Not like the ones Volk has fought.
@a_m4608
Жыл бұрын
Alex V Makhachev should be a banger,Alex will give him a very hard time,it'll be miles better than fight against Oliveira!!
@BrianForTheWin
Жыл бұрын
Islam will probably go up to WW so that Usman can come over from Bellator and take the LW crown.
I’ll be rooting for you Volk. Good luck from Hawaii.
@Post-Beak-Break_Ortega
Жыл бұрын
Hated watching my 2 favourite fighters Volk and Max fight!! it will be nice to see Volk fight someone that i'm not too fond of!!
i’ve never been this excited and nervous for a fight in my entire life, feb 11th can’t come soon enough!
@Post-Beak-Break_Ortega
Жыл бұрын
Honestly man.... I've only grown up on football/soccer and have only been watching mma for the last 3 years but because of Volk I pretty much only watch mma now and without question this is by far the most pumped I've ever been for a sporting event in my life!!
Respect for Volk, as soon as Islam called him out w a fight he instantly accepted... not many fighters are willing to put everything on the line like that on the spot like damn lettttttssss goooooo cant wait to see this fight!
@3lastname390
Жыл бұрын
He's not putting everything on the line. All he'll lose is the #1 P4P rank, not his title.
Can Volk sell a fight? Hell yeah he can!! 🙌🏼 Can’t wait 😁
Volk is the most exciting, most active fighter the UFC has that is a champion. Take my money 💰 I want to see this fight
Ton respect for both fighter , may the best win !
Thank you Volks for being such a great ambassador for the Aussie spirit. We love ya champ!
Doubted volk at first. Then after watching the Ortega fight and hownhe dominated and showed will I knew he was legit on of the best. Love how he dares to be great and isn't scared like other champs
Credit to Volk for taking the risk that Khabib never did, moving up a weight class. Machachev in his turn has talked about going up to Welterweight, so thats something I would like to see also.
@italia189
Жыл бұрын
"Khabib never move to welterweight" this is a bullsh*t accusation that gets thrown around all the time - why do you expect every champion to move up? And Khabib and Usman weren't going to fight anyway as Usman said - Khabib is like brother to him and he doesn't want to fight him.
@bettybunbun9664
Жыл бұрын
@@italia189 if they are to be considered a great, then yes. GSP, DC, McGregor, DJ and soon Jon Jones and Volkanovski moved up and enhanced their legacy because of it.
@shaidanwheel6199
Жыл бұрын
@@italia189 because u can't yourself if u don't challenge yourself. Every goat. Gsp, silva DJ all moved up and fought the bigger guys. Soon jones will too. It's pretty much a prerequisite nowadays to be called goat.
@moetezouelhazi5699
Жыл бұрын
@@bettybunbun9664 GSP was a goat before ever moving up a weight class against 1 eyed journeyman bisping. Jon jones too, Jose Aldo in FW too. Stop moving the goal post of greatness, as Khabib is undoubtedly the LW GOAT. (so far)
Man if Volk wins he’s on his way to being the GOAT 🐐
@HeliodromusScorpio
Жыл бұрын
If he wins he will be the Goat
I'm short. Volks give me much inspiration. He reminds me Kid Yamamoto of K1. Very long time we not have small & short champ.
Bruh volk is on a 22 fight win streak. 22 men haven’t been able to beat him. He has the biggest heart I’ve probably ever seen in the UFC. He is a tiny compact rocket. Like he said ‘I am always 2 inches from getting up to my feet because of how small I am’ which plays a HUGE part. Volk will not give up in front of his home crowd. This will be the biggest fight we’ve seen in a long time.
@Post-Beak-Break_Ortega
Жыл бұрын
That's it man! I've seen countless arguments made on why Islam will dominate Volk and a lot of what these people are saying is hard to argue about, Islam is very good....... But when it comes to Volk its different!! A lot of the arguments they are making would hold up very strong against most fighters but like Volk said he ain't most fighters. As bold as it sounds I've never seen an athlete, regardless of the sport that has as much of an elite level mindset that Volkanovski has! Trust me that statement will sound a lot less bold Feb 12th! Khabib said that 5/6 months will be nowhere near enough time for him to prepare for Islams wrestling and once again if he was talking about any other fighter he'd be completely right but Volk's just another breed!! People forget that Volk entered the UFC as a wrestler/grappler but because he's mainly had to prepare for strikers at FW he now finds himself as one of the best strikers in the sport!! Volk is a Dawg in the cage but also in the gym so you need to translate those 5/6 months preparing for Islam into Volk years😆
A rising tide raises all ships and this man is truly inspiring.
@jerryjuliangutierrez7536
Жыл бұрын
Kid go away your pic and fake name says everything I need to no about you child.how old are you 10 smh grow up stop hiding
@ShallowDepression
Жыл бұрын
@@jerryjuliangutierrez7536 Could you rewrite your comment in English, as I don't speak child. Cheers boy.
So hyped for this fight!
Epic! Volk is fiiiiiiiired up! Lessssssgooooooooo Great One! 🤜🤛☝💪
kudos to this man! 🔥🔥🔥
Even if Volk loses he’s already a champ. ❤ Love his mentality n composure ❤
@mrcrankypants72
Жыл бұрын
hes not losing
@ProVibeGaming
Жыл бұрын
@@mrcrankypants72 He will lose in second or third round, mark my words brother😉
@mrcrankypants72
Жыл бұрын
@@ProVibeGaming dont talk to me if you think islam will win🙂
i have never bought a ppv ufc fight and this one will be probably be my first, this fight is so intriguing that i dont even know who will win
This got me so hype! Can't wait for The Great CHAMP CHAMP to rule in Perth!
triler in 5 minutes, whoever win doesnt really matter cause both got respect as a fighter
Too all the Islam fan boys , can't you like both of them without hating on Alex for no reason? Cant we hope for the best man to win and just a good fight?
@seanskywalka5172
Жыл бұрын
Most of us are not hating on Volk at all. Thats def not what I've seen online myself
@jossiecrowie3133
Жыл бұрын
@@seanskywalka5172 that's fair but I see it everywhere and especially living in a strong arab/Muslim area in Australia, no hate towards Muslims just calm down a bit lol
@seanskywalka5172
Жыл бұрын
@@jossiecrowie3133 We're definitely proud of Islam, Khabib and Abdulmanap's kids and school. I think the minority hating comments you see are prob from the Casuals chiming in who dont know anything about MMA lol
@jossiecrowie3133
Жыл бұрын
@@seanskywalka5172 I agree on that
Many are with you Alex. Canada
@seanskywalka5172
Жыл бұрын
Lol we know, we know
Go Aussie 🇦🇺 we’re behind you legend
😂 this going to be fun, can't wait for this fight. I'll comeback to watch this interview after the fight, everyone said the same thing during Khabib reign.
This is quite possibly the greatest P4P showdown in UFC history! 🔥💥
This video gave goosebumps 🔥
I’ll shed a tear if volk can pull off this monumental task. Already my favorite fighter.
Good luck to both Champs, gonna be the best UFC fight ever..Cant wait to experience the heat..
I think Volks gunna win now that he has that inspiring blockbuster movie music behind him! 😊
Is it for both title or only the light weight title
I kinda hate when people make videos of fighters telling them there strategies it kinda ruins it for them cause then the opponent now know it so they can counter it
The best in the business.... Let's go Volk!!!
Even if volk loses,this fight makes him very strong and he remains king of 145, volk Vs Yair is something I really look forward too.
@blackslav1497
Жыл бұрын
not me, i wanna see yair vs another person.
@hurfdurfy8167
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@@vobzyy I think it's more that Yair isn't ready for the champ. He wasn't ready for Max, yet Max isn't able to handle Volk.
@vobzyy
Жыл бұрын
@@hurfdurfy8167 yea that’s fair enough
@blackslav1497
Жыл бұрын
@@vobzyy nah, just object any comment and piss people off. thats my m.o. you?
This video has definitely changed my outlook on the fight seeing the confidence Volk has changes everything. if he can keep this standing and get up when taken down it’s not hard to see Islam by domination
@salvitiello2738
Жыл бұрын
Come on man , Islam it's too good in the ground and stand up. He made look easy again Charles olivaira one of the best BJJ
@Post-Beak-Break_Ortega
Жыл бұрын
The world will be shocked when Volk gets it done but I expect nothing less! This video has changed your outlook for a reason, is there any other fighter in the UFC that speaks with that much intent and conviction? As good as Islam is, he won't force Volk to second guess himself like he has done with other fighters. People might argue the best striker, best wrestler, best grappler in the sport but I have no doubt in my mind who has the best mindset and that's not something to ignore going into this fight!!
I've become a Volk Fan 💯 very Impressed, great fighter tough as Nails. 💪
Volk is the man to do this one 💯👊🏾
Less goo Aussie ❤ Australia
Definitely a 50/50 fight right here, also a great fight . Can’t wait 😤
@stephenr80
Жыл бұрын
Im all with volk but he has a 1/10 chance Bro.. islam has been smashing ground n pounding since childhood with Khabib...
@niazmorshed8052
Жыл бұрын
@@stephenr80 Smart man
@excusemeforbeingsorry
Жыл бұрын
50/50 is a stretch lol. Then again Volk has nothing to lose besides the #1p4p slot. He keeps his belt win or loss. Islam wins nothing but the #1p4p status but if he loses that belt is gone.
Let’s get it Volk 👊🏾
Im with makhachev..love volkanovsky..good luck to both fighters.
This guy is just incredible, that’s all.
Confidence comes from preparation. And Volk is ready. Gonna be fking epic
Lets go Volk👊
ESHAYYYY YOU BETTER DROP THIS FELLA IM HYPED
Best of wishes Volk and all the respect and love ur way my man from my son and I.
It’s such a shame this type of super fight is on such a weak card. There should be at least a solid co main or a few fan favorites on it but other then this fight the rest aren’t really something I don’t think anyone’s really looking forward too. I’m sure there will be some sleepers and probably some really good fights but with a super fight like this you gotta have more ya know
@erkziltonz
Жыл бұрын
It's not weak for an Aussie card, its got most of the up and coming guys from aus.
@llanowarelf7297
Жыл бұрын
@Jonathan it was never a fight, Costa was saying that from beggining
@Post-Beak-Break_Ortega
Жыл бұрын
@@erkziltonz yeah I was thinking that, it helps that the crowd can be invested in every fight!! I'm Irish but love all the aussie fighters so i'm still pumped for the card!!
Love the mentality
If volk wins he will be the best Athlete in Australian history and maybe the best Mma fighter ever
@brendanhayward7577
Жыл бұрын
Bradman second lol
Shortly is pumped up and is going all in with a good mentality He is going to need it and more for Islam May the best man win
ur saying the right things, I'm so excited
Soooo bloody excited for this one
Love his mentality ❤️!
Great promo/interview
That was an inspirational speech from Volk! Can you imagine "short" guy beating Islam, moving up to LW, and then getting that third strap? I´m hyped to see it and hope he gets it done!
Damn this pumped me up!! Let's go volk
Cannot wait for this fight!! I’ve already got the belly nerves thinking about it! Let’s fucking go Volk!! Put hands on him and put him to sleep
Oh man, I am on Islam side but I have to admit, the idea of Volkanovski winning three belts, would be amazing... He is doing what I would do if I was a champion. Just try and become the legend that took 3 belt... 👍👍👍
hyped aff for this
Im super excited for the Volkanovski vs Makhachev super fight and the Josh Emmett vs Yair Rodriguez fight but none of the other fights on the main card interest me except jack della Maddalena so its an average card
“Everyone has a plan until they get into the ring” Mike Tyson
@blackslav1497
Жыл бұрын
"I have a gun" Me
@joseh9021
Жыл бұрын
@@blackslav1497 what? You taking that to the ring like wtf you talking about man
@9monsta9
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, but Islams plan is always the same, if first takedown failed, he will go for another another, until he gets him.
@blackslav1497
Жыл бұрын
@@joseh9021 i take 9 bullets andd a pair of deez nuts to the ring. What you got boy!?
@blackslav1497
Жыл бұрын
@Onyen Bew haha nice. wish you said that to @Jose H, he was being an uptight khaki wearin cunt.
If he wins he gets that history book status will become the best out of Aus not doubtt
Me and the boys will be there cheering for you Volk...C'MON!👊🏼💥🇦🇺
@Mike-iu6sz
Жыл бұрын
And us Welsh 🏴
Legend👊🏼
Bro, the way the Alexander is talking so confident and so promising is just making me anxious for the fight. Alex winning would be the greatest upset ever i believe, no one in UFC has ever put themselves in just a hard mission as this one. Still think that islam wins, but, all the luck to Volkanowski, prove us wrong big small guy.
That’s a promo, good job gentlemen!
Come 12th of February history with be made good luck to both fighters
Can't. Wait.
Talk too much is a sign of anxious. Trying too much to proove is a sign of anxious. But, in fighting, when you see your opponent begin to slow down...its the time for making history. So. Lets Go !! Double champ and make history.
Let's go Volk 💯
Charles Oliviera also very confident like this,but it's different when the fight finish,volk never fought with a wrestler that have so much control on the takedown and grappling technique that even surpass khabib,khabib retire so that Islam can shine and solidify their technique
Don't think I ever been more excited for a fight. Not a good time for UK veiwer. What platform is best to wake up and watch? I'm happy to pay. Don't want no spoilers though
When u hear some people their words do not register. They slide off. Cheal sonnen for example. I love listening to Alex talk. Nice accent. I wonder if Alex can do a bully the butcher
Let's go Champ Champ!!!
Leg kicks will do it...definitely