Therefore, 11 days before the big fight, Volkanovski took the place of Oliveira, who was once again given the opportunity to fight for the second UFC title.
However, Volkanovsky suffered a brutal loss to Makhachev. Now the 35-year-old athlete explains his defeat with his great lack of discipline.
“I am known to everyone as a disciplined and professional athlete throughout the year. I was not at the right time and place then. I was really disappointed and even more upset with the way I was – it all led to a routine and bad things,” said Volkanovski.
The Australian wrestler added: “I drank alcohol every day for about three or four weeks. It just wasn’t me, never done that before. “
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Alexander says that Makhachev’s repeated duel taught him a good lesson and only benefited him, and he is now categorically against the use of alcoholic beverages.
Volkanovski will return to the Octagon on February 18 and will defend his lightweight title for the sixth time. Alexander’s opponent will be the rising star – Ilya Topuria.
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