After a tough loss to Ilya Topuria at UFC 298, former featherweight champion Alexander Volkanowski is ready to return to the Octagon. The Australian fighter is itching for an exciting fight and has his sights set on one man: Charles Oliveira. “I want an exciting fighter like Charles Oliveira,” declared Volkanowski, expressing his desire to face a dangerous opponent rather than sit idly by.
Volkanowski’s hunger for redemption is palpable. Despite the crushing defeat, he is still determined to rise to the top of the smaller division. In an interview on the FreeStylebender podcast, Volkanovski admitted, “Charles Oliveira, there are a lot of interesting fights that I would like to do even while I wait for that yeah – just anything that makes me happy .” .”
Oliveira Responds Enthusiastically
Charles Oliveira, ever the fighter, took Volkanowski’s challenge seriously. Known for his impressive submission finishes, the Brazilian did not shy away from the prospect of this big-stakes fight. In a recent Instagram post, Oliveira expressed his desire to step into the cage against Volkanowski, saying, “Why not? It would be a great honor. Great fighter, great name. So why not?… We’re looking forward to seeing what the UFC brings us.”
UFC President Dana White is on high alert for this potential clash, as fans eagerly await what could be one of the most exciting matches of the year. Oliveira’s passion for fighting has led to a feud between two of the sport’s most exciting fighters.
A Battle of Opposites
The potential fight between Oliveira and Volkanowski isn’t just another fight—it’s the exact opposite. Known for his powerful knockouts, Volkanowski will face Oliveira, the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) master who holds the record for the most submission finishes in UFC history This fight promises to be an exciting contrast of styles, with each fighter delivering n ‘own brand will come strong for the Octagon.
However, the decision to schedule this fight officially rests with the UFC. While Oliveira has expressed his interest, another potential contender from Brazil is also waiting in the wings.
Dan Hooker Looks at Oliveira After his UFC 305 Victory
Another name in the mix is Dan Hooker, who recently shocked the MMA world with a split decision victory over Mateusz Gamrot at UFC 305. After a year off, Hooker’s return to the Octagon is nothing short of spectacular, the New Zealander proved he is still a force to be reckoned with.
Hooker’s performance has caught the attention of UFC executives, including chief operating officer Hunter Campbell. According to Hooker, a future fight with Oliveira is already being discussed. “Yeah, they want Charles, it’s a good fight but I mean there’s a pile of cool s*** I can do,” Hooker said, hinting at the wild possibilities ahead. “I couldn’t think less, [I want to fight] every brother – even brother Arman.”
As the dust settles from UFC 305, the lightweight division is heating up. Both Volkanowski and Hooker have their sights set on Oliveira, and the Brazilian suddenly becomes a hot commodity. The only question left is who will get a shot at Bhajaj Master first. The fans are ready, the fighters are ready, and now, it’s up to the UFC to make that happen.
