Alexander Volkanovski has made it clear that his next fight will be for the title. After his recent match against Ilia Topuria, where he lost his featherweight title, Volkanovski stated that his main focus is on getting back the championship belt. Despite rumors suggesting a potential interim fight with Diego Lopes, Volkanovski dismissed these claims. He emphasized that there have been no talks or plans for a bout with Lopes, as his priority is to fight for the title. The speculation seemed to have originated from Lopes’ suggestion of a fight in Sydney, but Volkanovski clarified that there is nothing concrete regarding that matchup. In a recent statement, Volkanovski reiterated his commitment to regaining the title and emphasized that fighting for the championship remains his primary goal. While he acknowledged that anything can happen in the world of MMA, he firmly stated that there is no truth to the rumors of a fight with Diego Lopes. As fans eagerly await his next move, Volkanovski’s focus remains on reclaiming his featherweight title.
