Check out previews, predictions, odds, and more for Alexander Volkanovskiy vs. Islam Makhachev at UFC 294. Makhachev will defend his lightweight title.
UFC 294, which was expected to be a thrill, took an unexpected turn when Charles Oliveira had to withdraw due to injury. The current highlight is the rematch between lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski, scheduled to take place on Saturday October 21st at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Let’s take a closer look at the details of the battle.
UFC 294- Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanovski Fight Details
Volkanovski faces a difficult task with only about 10 days to prepare for a title fight in a higher weight class. In the first bout, Makhachev won a unanimous decision over Volkanovskiy.
Makhachev hasn’t fought since February, while Volkanovski defended his featherweight title against Yair Rodriguez in July. Volkanovskiy’s record is his 26 wins, 2 losses, no draws, and Makhachev’s record is his 24 wins, 1 loss, no draws.
We expect Volkanovski to defeat Makhachev to win the lightweight title and become two-division champion on October 21st at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
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For the lightweight championship, odds of -230 favor Islam Makhachev and odds of +190 favor Alexander Volkanovskiy.
Get ready for the highly anticipated showdown between Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev at UFC 294. Makhachev will defend his lightweight title. Don’t miss this exciting event. UFC 294 is sure to be the most exciting fight card of the year!
Don’t miss UFC 294 Makhachev vs. Volkanovskiy 2 as they fight for the UFC lightweight title live from the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 21, 2023.
