Aussie Alexander Volkanovski breaks curse and regains UFC title with stunning victory

• Alex Volkanovski has made UFC history in Miami
• Aussie, 36, has reclaimed his Featherweight title

By JAMES COONEY FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA and FRASER BARTON FOR AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS

Australian Alexander Volkanovski has regained the Ultimate Fighting Championship Featherweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Brazilian Diego Lopes at UFC 314.

After five brutal rounds, Volkanovski (27 wins, four losses) weathered a knockdown and temporary blindness after a brutal uppercut at the Kaseya Centre in Miami to become the undisputed division champion.

The 36-year-old is now a two-time champion of the division after losing the belt in 2024 to Ilia Topuria.

Volkanovski made history as the first fighter aged over 35 to win a UFC title fight at 155 pounds and lighter after other bidders were 0-17 in the competition.

The judges awarded Volkanovski the fight 48-47, 49-46, 49-46

‘It’s good to be back,’ the Aussie said after the fight. 

Aussie Alexander Volkanovski made history with his decision victory

The much-loved Aussie reclaimed the UFC featherweight belt

‘A lot of people counted me out, the 35-year-old curse and a big break. To come back and beat a gun like Diego Lopes. 

‘It’s good to be back. Adversity is a privilege. This moment is incredible.’

More to follow. 

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Aussie Alexander Volkanovski breaks curse and regains UFC title with stunning victory

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