Volkanovski retains featherweight title, stops Evloev at UFC 333

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Alexander Volkanovski stopped previously unbeaten Movsar Evloev in the second round to retain his UFC featherweight championship.

Alexander Volkanovski retained his UFC featherweight championship by stopping previously unbeaten Movsar Evloev at 4:54 of the second round at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. The 38-year-old Australian overwhelmed his challenger with punches late in the round, sending Evloev to the canvas before the referee intervened with 6 seconds remaining.

Volkanovski improved his record to 29-4 overall and 16-3 in the UFC. His victory marked his ninth featherweight title-fight win, tying Jose Aldo for the most in division history. Despite giving up size to Evloev, Volkanovski pressed the action early and repeatedly regained his footing after first-round takedowns. He developed swelling and a cut beneath his left eye but continued finding openings. A right hand staggered Evloev in the second round, followed by a barrage that left the challenger covering up on the canvas.

Evloev, competing at 20-1, suffered his first loss in 11 UFC appearances. He had won each of his first 10 UFC bouts by decision, becoming the first fighter in promotion history to start his career with that many decision wins. After the fight, Volkanovski said he welcomed more challengers in the division and wanted to keep competing.

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Alexander Volkanovski stops Movsar Evloev in 2nd round to retain featherweight title at UFC 333Alexander Volkanovski stopped previously unbeaten Movsar Evloev at 4:54 of the second round Saturday to retain his featherweight championship at UFC 333.Clickorlando · 24 Oct, 23:01
Alexander Volkanovski stops Movsar Evloev in 2nd round to retain featherweight title at UFC 333Alexander Volkanovski stopped previously unbeaten Movsar Evloev at 4:54 of the second round Saturday to retain his featherweight championship at UFC 333.News4Jax · 24 Oct, 23:01

In this story: Alexander Volkanovski · Movsar Evloev · UFC · Abu Dhabi · Jose Aldo

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