Alexander Volkanovski is preparing to defend his featherweight title against Ilia Topuria in the main event of UFC 298 next month.
‘The Great’ will be returning to 145 pounds after a second unsuccessful attempt to attain double-champion status, as he suffered a knockout defeat to Islam Makhachev at UFC 294.
In December, Topuria shared a confident prediction for his upcoming clash with Alexander Volkanovski. Now the featherweight champion has given his thoughts on the outcome of the fight, and appears equally confident in his abilities.
During a recent interview with Michael Bisping, ‘The Great’ said this:
“I believe I can get the finish on this guy. He’s gonna bring it. He’s gonna come forward and he’s gonna want to put hands on me. Obviously that leaves openings… I feel like I can see the finish on the feet, I can see the finish in the grappling. I’m feeling stronger than ever.”
Alexander Volkanovski continued:
“I really feel like I’m gonna be landing one of these big bombs… He’s got good hands, but I believe my hands are better… I feel like I’m getting the finish. I don’t know if it’s gonna be on the ground or on the feet. I feel like I catch him on the feet to be quite honest.”
Catch Alexander Volkanovski’s comments below (37:15)
