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Alexander Volkanovski Battles Diego Lopes for Vacant UFC Featherweight Title at UFC 314

The former champion seeks redemption in Miami after losing his title last year, while Lopes aims for his first championship on a five-fight winning streak.

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski prepares for his fight against interim champion Yair Rodriguez during UFC 290 at T-Mobile Arena on July 08, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Volkanovski retained his title with a third-round TKO.
Alexander Volkanovski will attempt to reclaim his former featherweight championship title.
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Overview

  • UFC 314's main event features Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes competing for the vacant featherweight title at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
  • Volkanovski, a former champion with five title defenses, looks to reclaim the belt after losing it to Ilia Topuria via knockout in February 2024.
  • Diego Lopes enters his first title fight following an impressive five-fight winning streak in the UFC, with a current record of 26-5 MMA (5-1 UFC).
  • The featherweight title was vacated after Ilia Topuria moved up to the lightweight division following one successful title defense.
  • The co-main event sees Michael Chandler face undefeated Paddy Pimblett in a lightweight bout, as Chandler attempts to re-establish himself as a top contender.