Overview
- Alexander Volkanovski said he has no plans to retire and called speculation about UFC 325 being his last fight unfounded.
- UFC 325 is set for February 1 at Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena and will be the champion’s first featherweight title defense on home soil.
- Volkanovski acknowledged fan pushback over Diego Lopes getting the rematch but backed the booking by citing Lopes’ activity and willingness to fight anyone.
- He outlined a goal of taking minimal damage in Sydney, then quickly turning around to face contenders such as Movsar Evloev or Lerone Murphy.
- Looking to 2026, Volkanovski said two strong defenses could justify pursuing rematches with Islam Makhachev or Ilia Topuria and potentially a champ-champ bid, while noting age and family factors could shape future choices.