{"id":11824,"date":"2025-01-10T20:24:29","date_gmt":"2025-01-10T19:24:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=11824"},"modified":"2025-01-10T20:24:30","modified_gmt":"2025-01-10T19:24:30","slug":"topuria-vs-volkanovski-2-ufc-rumors-suggest-former-champion-to-make-a-comeback-to-claim-his-title-back-at-ufc-314","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/topuria-vs-volkanovski-2-ufc-rumors-suggest-former-champion-to-make-a-comeback-to-claim-his-title-back-at-ufc-314\/","title":{"rendered":"Topuria vs. Volkanovski 2? UFC Rumors Suggest Former Champion To Make A Comeback To Claim His Title Back At UFC 314!"},"content":{"rendered":"

The fight game can be as cruel as it is glorious, and there is no better example of this than Alexander Volkanovski. ‘The Great’ once dominated the UFC<\/a> featherweight division for years with his skill and determination. He defended his belt against all comers, including three battles with Max Holloway that showcased his elite skills. <\/p>

But as the saying goes, ‘Father Time’ remains undefeated, and 2023 and 2024 brought challenges that tested the former champion like never before. After a tough loss to Islam Makhachev and then falling to the rising star Ilia Topuria, many wondered if Volkanovski’s era had come to an end.<\/p>

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Alexander Volkanovski Rumored To Rematch Ilia Topuria<\/h2>

Champions aren’t built on victories alone. They are forged in the fires of defeat as well. Rumors are swirling about Volkanovski’s return to the octagon, hinting at a potential rematch with Ilia Topuria at UFC 314 in Miami. The timing feels right, as Topuria recently defended his belt against Max Holloway and needs a worthy challenger.<\/p>

The road ahead won’t be easy for Alexander Volkanovski, though. Topuria has proven himself to be a force of nature, combining youth, power, and technical skills in a way that makes him a nightmare for any opponent. <\/p>

Topuria knocking out the legendary Max Holloway was enough to cement his name in the UFC history books. But if there’s one thing fans of MMA have learned is that you can NEVER count anyone out! <\/p>

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Ilia Topuria Vs Alexander Volkanovski may happen for UFC 314 in Miami 🔥👀

(Via @KOlmeneroMMA<\/a>) pic.twitter.com\/I5LwaaZWj8<\/a><\/p>— MMA.Done (@MMADoneee) January 10, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>