Volkanovski regains UFC title with unanimous verdict

Fraser Barton |

Australia’s Alexander Volkanovski has defied some imposing history to reclaim his UFC title.
Australia’s Alexander Volkanovski has defied some imposing history to reclaim his UFC title.

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

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.

AAP