UFC 266: Alexander Volkanovski Octagon Interview

Hear from the UFC featherweight champion after his epic clash with Brian Ortega in the UFC 266 main event. Volkanovski extends his professional winning streak to 20 straight fights and remains undefeated in his UFC career.
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[@RationalLlama]

Volkanovski, like Usman, is finally earning the respect that should have been given to him a long fucking time ago. 99/100 fighters would have tapped for those submissions from Ortega. Volk just refused to quit man. He's such an animal.

[@ppp8187]

Put some respect on my name. - Anthony Smith

[@kylefoley6745]

Perfectly put

[@alcottdevalte7440]

Alex got my respect now for sure. But the problem is that most people thought he lost against Max in the rematch. Besides, Usman has been more dominant and hasn't had any close fights besides the Colby fight, which he won by a ko... Think most people hate for no reasons...

[@mnix4615]

yeah but volk has personality usmans cringe

[@fullanarchy]

Volk is fighting way better competition. Usman got two free defenses against Masvidal the journeyman lol. Woodley got beat by everyone, including paul. Colby and Burns are kinda legit, idk about burns beating Maia and Woodley to get a shot at the belt… hmm dont know, and Colby beating Lawler to get the first fight with Usman and then Woodley on a losing streak to get a rematch. Ortega, Holloway, Mendes, and Aldo are way better wins.

[@jalrox123]

Volk is freakin monster for getting out of those submission attempts and immediately putting bombs on Ortega.

[@rekanpayne6606]

Vicious ground and pound and anti jujitsu

[@trevor9066]

He was chilling while in those dars chokes, lmao

[@TEKKENFTW]

@@trevor9066 man was like 👍😃

[@ponternal]

Dude was in brian ortegas fully mounted guillotine I have no idea how he escaped

[@jsmith839]

@Hello Tron what's your problem with Aldo man? Isn't it kinda gay that a dude would make multiple comments trashing a legend of the sport when the video doesn't have anything to do with him?

[@ScenicFights]

Alexander Volkanovski is such a beast! I can't believe he got out those submissions. Great fight!

[@maxpayne4129]

Yeah Ortega was so close. Shows why he's the champ

[@evon2180]

That round was the best I've seen in a while I thought it was over multiple times for both men

[@momentous4321]

yeah ortega said alexander was fucking gurgling idk how any1 can get out of that

[@solidstudd22]

He had that rugby brute strength.

[@ocd9656]

It's that Australian rugby! Dude is built like a truck, I admire than man he knows who deserves the belt by his actions not just words

[@MultiJosebas]

I need to rewatch those submission attempts, I still can’t believe Alex didn’t tap. Just wow, what a great fight.

[@kylefoley6745]

@Hello Tron 😐

[@user-ix8lf6tm3c]

He wouldve had the energy to strangle Volk if he hadnt "accidentally" headbutted him

[@bikkyful]

@@user-ix8lf6tm3c Pretty hard to win a fight without a GUN right?

[@masterlogray]

@@user-ix8lf6tm3c yeah those headbutts fucked Ortega up big time

[@ironsheik8047]

@Hello Tron you sir are a idiot. He was getting smashed… no escape from what was happening. You yourself can never call Aldo a quitter

[@tortor1497]

Volkanoski's grit and determination are almost inhuman. That man is terrifying, a true berserk warrior. I didn't care much for him until now. He might just be my new favorite fighter.

[@breadandbone7928]

Same here

[@pedro55845]

Everyone giving respect and making him a fav nice to see casuals wake up and learn something

[@wynsonrao5177]

@@pedro55845 oh yes we were fools, fools to think otherwise 🙄

[@pedro55845]

@@wynsonrao5177 big fools

[@beefcake502]

Wynson Rao yes you were , blinded by max holloway cultism. Blindly ignoring the fact Volk beat max twice and is one of the worlds best regardless of weight class.

[@re_i_gn]

Probably the best cardio out of the entire roster right now. He wasn't breathing heavy by the 5th round after so much striking volume and surviving a couple of choke attempts.

[@user-ix8lf6tm3c]

and he deals with his opponents cardio by breaking their noses with his head

[@kylefoley6745]

Him and Max's cardio are insane. It's crazy how good Volk is

[@re_i_gn]

@@user-ix8lf6tm3c ??? Both fighters fought one of the best featherweight fights of all time and you narrow it down to one accidental moment to ignore the result. What a sad life you haters live lol.

[@thatindiandude4602]

@@re_i_gn yeah, it was accidental clash of heads. Some MMA fans are bizzare.

[@bikkyful]

@@user-ix8lf6tm3c Cry harder, YOu just got shit pushed in by the Australians once again

[@Dominikaaaa65]

One of the best fights I've watched in the UFC. Congratulations from Poland.

[@katana_3558]

Oh ya

[@Harry-dr1em]

@Darren Reddix And right.

[@VDR2612]

One sided beatdowns can't be the best There are much better fights

[@emilio-es1jy]

@linus cheung he's macedonian

[@TroubleOnTheWaters]

That 3rd round HAS to go down as one of the greatest rounds in UFC history. Volk had to dig DEEP for that. So did Ortega to even survive. Absolutely a fight that blew all expectations out of the water. Knew it would be great. Had no idea it would end up as one of the most exciting fights I've ever seen. From the build up for months to the actual fight, this was a W all around for the MMA community. Good freakin job!

[@malikevans2615]

Relax 😐 haha jk

[@damo8344]

@Hello Tron dude stfu youve said this comment on like 4 videos now

[@madgavin7568]

The fans were overlooking this fight in favour of the Diaz vs Lawler fight purely out of name recognition. I knew this fight was going to be good, but I had a gut feeling it would go down as an all-time classic, and it did! Much respect to Volk and Ortega.

[@edwardallan5633]

Bro i expected this fight to be a technical fight but didnt except a dog fight

[@jayshay4646]

At first, everyone was disappointed by the decision to put Volkanovski and Ortega on Ultimate Fighter. Turned out to be a pretty good decision in hindsight.

[@AllThingsMMA]

My respect for Alex after escaping that guillotine 📈📈📈

[@byaw13]

Which one, there were so many of them!!

[@AmithKVZ]

@@byaw13 all of them

[@casual_hunter8996]

He is og

[@solidstudd22]

He has that rugby brute strength.

[@deathtoming2201]

@@solidstudd22 that’s what running at blokes twice your size will do to ya 🤪 deadset legend

[@Braneball]

Volkanovski looks like some gang boss. He's a straight killer man.. absolute machine. Top fight!

[@amoghthorave3385]

He also talks like a gang boss from the 20s

[@afh7170]

@@amoghthorave3385 that's how 90 percent of Aussies talk 😂

[@1908fcim]

@@amoghthorave3385 lol I sound pretty much the same as him but with a deeper voice

[@biggestarmsinwestlinn5041]

Hello tron calm tf down dude its not making what you say valid when its coming from you

[@Thawhid]

@Hello Tron I totally agree but you don't need to discredit another champ to credit Alex. Cmon lol

[@miggs80]

The truth is Alex is not an average human being despite him humbly saying he is. His coaches talk about how he was slamming experienced heavyweights on their head his first day of training. In rugby he was a terminator as well against much larger opponents. Natural talent is real and his work ethic on top of that makes him a force.

[@viniciusgabriel423]

And above all that, he is one of the shortest guys of the divisions, but he have the biggest arms, he is like a bad proportion drawing that a child made. His hands almost hit the ground when he walks

[@Narcan885]

Yeah, it's so obvious he's genetically gifted. Not even many other fighters could have got out of those submissions attempts, or kept his pace. His accuracy, his distance control, he's just overall good

[@KingKeNNySlay]

Idk how Alex didn’t sleep. Jesus Alex got heart!

[@population-_-420]

Shevchenko vs nunes Volkanoviski vs Holloway

[@emiliobarcinitoxicclown5414]

HOGAN VS WARRIOR 👉😆

[@austinalldayerrrday]

Every ufc fighter said u cant sleep this guy........ this guy 🔥

[@Andrew-xt8lz]

@Hello Tron Coke is bad

[@deathtoming2201]

And they say ORTEGA had heart nah nah he should of been out in that leg submission

[@inhoum4949]

I dont think Alex even realizes himself how tough he is. Brian is also tough as nails. Fight of the year, easily.

[@kylefoley6745]

This and Olivera vs Chandler are my top 2

[@denzeltajo5362]

Rd 3 was the only competitive part of the fight. Overall a 50-44 flight is not fight of the yr material

[@youretotallyrightbut463]

@@denzeltajo5362 to be fair round 5 was competitive. But that’s because volk got a lot less offensive since he knew he had it

[@michaelmccarty1327]

@@youretotallyrightbut463 Round 5 was the most competitive, but only because they were both so exhausted. I mighta given round 5 to Ortega, but neither one was putting on A class performances at that point. The first 4 rounds were phenomenal, and all clearly Volkanovski's, but the last round wasn't on the same level. Still a great fight.

[@HeChaos.]

Alex Volkanovski vs Ortega and Max Holloway vs Calvin Kattar are insane fights sheesh 🔥

[@RoXasNikeman]

Alex really impressed me with his performance. What a beast

[@4ppear309]

That was one of the most exciting fights I've ever seen. Both men have incredible heart and both of them are warriors.. The speeches at the end were just the cherry on top. Is it safe to say they are boys now?

[@1994mrmysteryman]

@Hello Tron I can't read all that. Sorry

[@bikkyful]

@@1994mrmysteryman He is basically saying you Americans aren't on our level & unless you have a gun, You won't ever win a fight.

[@1994mrmysteryman]

@@bikkyful Well, I'm not American. But they're the most powerful country in the world.

[@SoSo-uk5ij]

@@bikkyful I hope you're not Australian because some of you embarrass us with that shit. ''Hurr yanks need guns durr'' when in reality Western society wouldn't exist without the USA.

[@pedro55845]

@Hello Tron Everyone giving respect nice to see casuals wake up and learn something

[@anjukumarufcmmaboxing6672]

Alexander is a tough dude man. I was shaking when Ortega choked him. I thought he will tap. But he is super tough man. He earned my respect even more today.

[@kkumar6845]

Fake Champ 😂 Lost to Max in rematch and cheated 🤣 Shameless Maroon 🤣

[@sharrieffmuhammad7497]

Same here, I was screaming in the third round. Respect to Alex and Brian.

[@katana_3558]

@@kkumar6845 lol ..you aint a fight fan...just random hater having a miserble school life

[@bikkyful]

@@kkumar6845 Your emotional closet dream man lost, Get over It, Jesus christ.

[@aaronrubalcava7810]

@@kkumar6845 crack is bad

[@wavvysardine1152]

This dude pulled off the impossible, serious respect gained for him

[@KoC2]

Not impossible to beat Ortega

[@Rhyds86]

Impossible? He had better betting odds than Ortega :o

[@xXqc_Zod47]

@@KoC2 on the ground with ortega yes it is now.

[@tsvettselev9337]

Impossible? Dude, Ortega got manhandled and was looking like a roadkill tf you talk about hahaha

[@kingkaywicked6698]

He's talking about escaping like three fucking submissions from a grappler as lethal and slick as Ortega you nitwits, especially when they were sunk in so deep

[@alex__2265]

Im not a big fan of his but he deserves huge respect. he's beat the who's who of the division. To escape those chokes showed his championship heart. phenomenal fight.

[@thesaiyanprincevegeta]

I feel the same about Ortega, I dont like him, but he is one tough punching bag

[@AcrylicGoblin]

I wouldn't say he beat the best of the best...max beat him twice.

[@wrasslin4552]

@Hello Tron it’s not so clear cut. He is 1 and 1 with Max.

[@Lucas-uf2yk]

@@AcrylicGoblin no he didn’t 😂 max def lost the first one. The second one was super close but Alex won that one as well

[@fullanarchy]

@@AcrylicGoblin 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣😁😁

[@axel_adams4988]

Volkanovski surviving that choke reminded me of Khabib surviving Poirier’s choke... *No clue how they did it, Heart of champion* 👏

[@romxxii]

The Gracie BJJ channel broke down how Khabib survived that choke. It's basically proper arm and leg positioning by Khabib to ease the pressure and allow him to escape.

[@markuskidd546]

That is not even the same...ortega and poirer are two entirely different ground artist and not to mention poirer gully wasn’t even tight enough to do anything.

[@-logic6654]

Khabib had it easier, it wasn’t even a proper guillotine as Poriers legs were not wrapped around. Volkanowski just turned in through the choke. Moreover, Ortega is levels above Porier in BJJ.

[@samblack5313]

Khabib escaped because DP was impatient and skipped steps. This was a full mounted.. far far far far far FAR more impressive.

[@XxThePh4ntomxX]

I think the Dustin choke, khabib said he was playing with him waiting for Dustin to tire. Alex was in actual trouble

[@marcv9311]

That was so impressive from Volk. Definitely gained a fan tonight

[@jayebejer7431]

I'm sure he gained alot of new fans :D

[@GoGetYourShinebox]

@@jayebejer7431 Which surprises me because he performed amazing vs Max too I thought that's when people would realise Volk is elite but judging by the comments it's as if this fight with Ortega has opened people's eyes to how good Volk is

[@hensixtyfour]

You can no longer deny volk. He is, without a doubt, a true champion.

[@tobymattana5320]

He's not just a champion, he's a goat and I didn't even like the guy but I like em now and he's earned my respect.

[@asadrazzle1859]

Volk is a beast, i seriously thought it was over when Ortega had him in the guillotine and triangle choke 😬 Alex fighting out of them and Ortega suddenly catchin him with subs was my fav parts of the fight! 🔥

[@tacotacotington3638]

@Hello Tron You consistently post the dumbest comments, I’m almost impressed.

[@kingkreepypasta8894]

@@tacotacotington3638 no he's right, bum.

[@ricochete5875]

@@kingkreepypasta8894 o.O

[@stampedeop5559]

One of the best title fights in ufc history!!!

[@shindavid6484]

His ring-name is the Great for a reason. Truly reminded me of Alexander the Great in there. Pure dominance and tactical brilliance.

[@sloppygoo]

Cerebral, flow state

[@bomalpatriote7265]

Alexandre "The Great", Macedonian hero, like Volk who is from Macedonian roots (Slavic from Balkan).

[@shindavid6484]

@@bomalpatriote7265 is he actually? that makes the name so much better lmao I thought he looked a bit greek XD

[@bomalpatriote7265]

@@shindavid6484 Greek and Macedonian are brothers bro ✌️

[@nikolajanevski1842]

No we hate each other lol!

[@snakebomber5251]

Alex survived 3 submission attempts, what a lad! Extremely hard to get out of a sub attempt let alone drop bombs straight after. This might just be a HOF fight ngl, truly one of the best featherweight ones.

[@alexpolanco7885]

3?

[@ZA-7]

3?

[@MasTiempoPorFa]

@@alexpolanco7885 the guillotine, triangle and darce

[@RRP1992]

Volkanovski has finally earned the respect and praise he deserves. Had got a lot of hate after the Max rematch. But now hes a legit solid champ certified.

[@nemanjastosic7141]

Slavic power 🇷🇸 🇵🇱 🇲🇰

[@Brian-_]

I thought Volk won the first, but Max won the second. There has to be a third

[@aaronrubalcava7810]

@@Brian-_ Volk won the second. Give it a rest already.

[@raihanbaid367]

@Hello Tron calm ur tits there mate, don't forget aldo, and there's no shame on losing to prime poirier

[@SlaveofAllah__]

@@Brian-_ facts don't care about what you think will all do respect he beat Max twice full stop

[@The878994]

I always liked Volk. He was getting shit on after the 2nd Holloway fight. But imo he's done everything right. Sitting on top of one of the most stacked division now

[@romxxii]

He didn't deserve to get shit on; Holloway fans are just toxic AF. It was a close fight, and nobody was even disputing the two rounds that Max clearly won. Unfortunately this is UFC, and you don't win with just 2 rounds, you need to win at least 3. Two of the three judges assigned to the fight thought Volk won 3 rounds. That's the way the game's played.

[@aaronm2283]

I disagree on it being stacked division, what is next for volk, max holloway was being put against yair was never going happen with his track record and now try to set up ranked 8 giga. Max is sat at number 1 that's a whole of division just being waisted because they want to find that next contender. Max and volk have took out majority of top 10, It kinda reminds me of the flyweight days with DJ. The only way they can resolve this issue is bring fighters like Arnold Allen and giga, set them up with easier fights than holloway. Let holloway get a trilogy fight with volk.

[@abyss5883]

I clowned on him a lot but this fight puts an end to all that. Volk may be small but the dude is insane. I didn't even care who won the belt the fight was that good

[@ayourmum8521]

Yea it’s not his fault the refs gave him a fight he didn’t deserve. Volk is an amazing fighter but it was so obvious he lost to max

[@bigsmall2842]

Holloway fans are kinda like stipe fans. I don’t know how it happens, since the two fighters are some of the classiest guys in the sport. Even after the ngannou fight there was an insane amount of hate towards francis, just like volk.

[@PeterGriffingigity]

*Guillotine choke:* Hold my beers *Volk:* Straya not today mate

[@tsxy3428]

Volk is not human, he somehow managed to get out of two submissions and then proceeds to destroy Ortega in the round.

[@andrewhagan7788]

They both showed amazing heart. Feel sorry for whoever didn't watch it

[@EdawgTalksMMA]

Best fight I’ve ever watched

[@VDR2612]

@@EdawgTalksMMA one sided beatdowns can't be the best

[@EdawgTalksMMA]

@@VDR2612 lol

[@EdawgTalksMMA]

@@VDR2612 Ortega is the reason it’s the best fight

[@EdawgTalksMMA]

@@VDR2612 obviously it’s not the best, I’m just exaggerating it because I’m so hyped rn

[@gypsyking1645]

The choke was like something out of a movie, Ortega taking so much punishment then whips that out of the bag from no where was kind of hoping he would get the finish. Congrats to volk absolute machine and warrior. Fight of the year.

[@tsurutajumbo]

While in the triangle Volkanovski was staring daggers right in the eyes of Brian, that send chills down my spine

[@dibyo156]

@@tsurutajumbo exactly. Dead cold stare, you could see the words "Not gonna happen" in his eyes. Scary and inspiring.

[@amhmnsh]

@@tsurutajumbo It was like a movie scene, I can’t believe he survived

[@amhmnsh]

@@dibyo156 I hope someone got a great photo of that moment, It can be a great poster for any Mma gym

[@tsurutajumbo]

@@amhmnsh the fact that this happens in real life makes me love life

[@jeremyjordan6786]

Volk is imo the greatest featherweight of this era.

[@We_Are_Connected]

That’s a fact. In b4 max stans have a cry over this comment

[@sam0095]

@@We_Are_Connected I'm a max fan yeah it's kinda hard to accept but it's the truth he's the goat of featherweight for sure.

[@elusivefella8314]

Jesus I agree with ya, here's some commas and periods to help ya out.

[@eetfuk3571]

@@We_Are_Connected I love both Max and Alex, even I still think Max won the 2nd fight with Alex, it won't change anything that it's his time to shine and to reign the division.

[@sam0095]

@@eetfuk3571 even i thought max won that but at the end of the day alex won officially so no one can take the win from him.

[@Immersed94]

Volk is the absolute man. Put some respect on his name already

[@PeterGriffingigity]

Just when you think this sport cant get any better, We get this masterpiece, No doubt the Fight of the Year

[@ViktorNig]

A masterclass by volk. Those submission attempts get me jumping out of my seat, but he showed why he is the champ tonight. Best of luck for Ortega 🦍🦍

[@runitback755]

I remember Ortega bragging about submitting Khabib

[@1994mrmysteryman]

Man can dream. After showing heart like that, he deserves to dream big.

[@Narcan885]

Well, it's not that far fetched. Ortega has a lightweight frame, and he wouldn't have to fear Kabib's standup at all. It would be an entirely grappling match, and Ortega's grappling is lethal

[@pistolairmukelo]

Haha khabib will rearrange his face more than this

[@Ar1AnX1x]

that third round was the best round out of any fight I've ever seen, Alex almost went unconscious from two different chokes and Brian could barely analyze where he is and what he's doing after the end of the round.

[@Madvillain47]

Incredible performance by Volk, the toughness to escape those submissions and continue to beat up Ortega with zero signs of slowing down was just amazing. He's on path way to becoming one of the best to ever do it.

[@Ktmfan450]

When the guy you just went five rounds with hugs you and shakes your hand after the match that's magic

[@MRios1128]

Idk why people hate on Alex. He's a good dude. I've been saying that he will be/might even already be the featherweight goat. Beat Aldo, Max twice, and Brian.

[@bikkyful]

Because most fans are emotionally invested in ONE FIGHTER & when they lose there reality crumbles because they feel THEY LOST, Hence Max Fanboys living through his success are fucking miserable, Get over It, Australia Is running the show now, If you got a problem with that, Meet him in the cage & leave your "glock for protection" at home hahahahahahahahaha

[@ZA-7]

Because MAX fanboys can't accept 2 defeats.

[@abyss5883]

people hate on T City more

[@TheMissiIe]

Ortega gets too much credit for this fight, and Volk doesn't get enough

[@alex__2265]

Feel for Ortega. Made all these improvements just to have a pretty similar title fight as he did the one vs Max.Kid has unquestionable heart

[@madgavin7568]

He did a lot better against Volk than Holloway though. Styles make fights, and this fight proved it.

[@shindavid6484]

he seems to have trouble with volume fighters that can put on a pace. He looked amazing against a top-level counter puncher korean zombie but he struggled against max and volk. I honestly think dude can beat yair too, he'll just have to wait for volk and max to move up/retire.

[@Ar1AnX1x]

to be fair City Kickboxing makes world class strikers, imagine how good Conor would be by now if he trained with them since 2016 or something.

[@owens7945]

@@shindavid6484 He’s young enough for that to happen

[@ryanmorgan9589]

Nah max schooled him. Wasn’t even close. He was teaching him to block during the fight. Max is still the goat and I have him and Alexander 1-1.

[@LTH099]

He fired up us Aussies that’s for sure! Lockdown is doing our heads in here, but that was special, had me pacing the house the whole fight.

[@PeterGriffingigity]

Volkanovski looking Ortega straight into his eyes while getting choked by a triangle. That's an alpha move right there.

[@AM-zu6yj]

You always stealing comments

[@PeterGriffingigity]

@@AM-zu6yj You always cry under my comment s t f u

[@Rexy888]

@@PeterGriffingigity nothing hotter than eye contact on the vinegar stroke maaaaaaaaate.

[@animatedflow9974]

@@Rexy888 gold

[@TEKKENFTW]

Dude I thought Ortega died for a second. Man what heart! True warriors! Absolutely brilliant 👏 👏👏. Hope there's no long term health issues.

[@readmycomments100]

Yep, loved every second of it. But it really should have been stopped after the third round for Ortega’s safety.

[@saveit4last]

When he said ,"everyone in Australia, I did this for you" I felt that in my soul....being in lockdown not being able to go down the local and watch the fights like I normally do...onya Alex!! champion of the WORLD

[@raven4475]

We the Australians thank you back Alex!!! Great performance mate, thanks for representing us the right way!!!

[@ZA-7]

So nobody's gonna talk about how Ortega had to be ILLEGALLY helped after round 3 and given more time to recover?

[@ZA-7]

@Over Analyzed not the point, that should not be allowed.

[@iloveoobx3525]

Yea like they shouldn’t have helped him up I don’t think that’s allowed in the rules they have to wait like 10 seconds for the fighter to get up by his OWN and if not then the other fighter wins.

[@clearlyalunhead1109]

Round 3 round of the year easy. Volkanovski earned himself some new fans with this performance for sure🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@Iqballotelli]

Probably round of the century

[@rollo_tomasi3853]

Volkanovski is one tough SOB... People need to put some respect on his name, *Talking to you Holloway fans*

[@DashDa5h]

Holloway fans will still be crying in 20 years

[@TroubleOnTheWaters]

It's so frustrating because Max is an amazing fighter and so likeable, but his fans have been so annoying these days it almost makes me root against him.

[@BobbyMarley718]

Alex: “Anybody can do what i’ve done” Me: (thinking of those submissions) nah bro your different 😅

[@diyaroso3806]

I was flabbergasted by Volk's discipline and power, and most important his heart after the fight. Ortega is a great guy too.

[@tsurutajumbo]

While in the triangle Volkanovski was staring daggers right in the eyes of Brian, that send chills down my spine. That's one of those magical moments in mma. What. A. Fight.

[@TheEagleHasLanded]

That was one of the craziest baddest fights in UFC

[@anasshahid224]

Congrtulations Volk!! most underrated champ in the UFC :D

[@coinstar2445]

Volcanovski is def one of my fav fighters to watch

[@neeratron]

FOTY. Greatest Featherweight fight of all time.

[@kkumar6845]

Ghanta. Jose Aldo is Featherweight GOAT !

[@madgavin7568]

Aldo vs Mendes 2 is still the best, but this fight is definitely up there with it.

[@neeratron]

@@kkumar6845 Greatest fight bola bhosdike fighter nehi

[@Devin_MMA]

Great fight Ortega might really be in considerations for best chin in the UFC

[@PeterGriffingigity]

Alexander is super tough. I thought he will tap to that choke but he proved me wrong. He earned my respect even more.

[@africanprince4884]

Diversify

[@Phobeyozos]

Much respect for both these guys. Insane fight, this is what we need to see more of

[@kylez33]

What an absolute animal. One of the very best fighters in MMA.

[@TheLooseJoints]

Definitely have a new found respect for this man. Never really liked him when he was fighting max, but this fight definitely showed that he's a fucking warrior. Props to him for not quitting during those nasty submission attempts

[@ethanschuchmacher8802]

I was at the fight. Incredible seeing the crowed boo him at the press conference, weigh ins and his walk out. To ultimately giving him a standing ovation at the end of the fight. He earned everyone’s respect in 25 minutes.

[@tanveerkhan743]

I am lucky to witness this fight. Thank You 🙏

[@Mslt2474]

Man came back from adversary and put some heavy round and pound on that foo!!

[@Blake-de2nf]

By far one of the greatest fights I’ve seen in many years! So glad to live in the same city as a champion!

[@adrienealonzo5744]

Fight of the year 2021 by far💯💯💯

[@cattalkbmx]

Congrats champ! An amazing performance of grit and determination. Always willing to engage on the feet or ground, true confidence in all aspects of his game.

[@AngryDanaWhite]

Herb should’ve stopped the fight at the end of the third, Ortega’s corpse had to be picked up from the ground

[@Rexy888]

Settle down uncle Dana 😂😂🤣

[@TEKKENFTW]

Seriously had me hella worried

[@eetfuk3571]

@Hello Tron Aldo is still the best 145, and Volkanovski still proving things and he just proved something tonight. time will tell, I still think that Alexander Volkanovski will surpass Jose Aldo's records, records are meant to be broken though.

[@abyss5883]

nah he was just resting

[@iloveoobx3525]

IK it’s like they wanted to break the rules so Ortega could win. But it was such a good fight. Yea like at round three when he was laying on the floor the coach just helped him up after 10 seconds and I’m pretty sure the rules are the fighter has to get up by themselves before 10 seconds otherwise the other fighter wins but idk I think those are the rules lol.

[@bomalpatriote7265]

Huge respect for the champ, what a fight!

[@timothywoods4329]

Definitely one of my favorite fighters. It’s almost a lose lose situation beating beloved fighters like Holloway and Ferguson, but you gotta respect the man now.

[@bobbob-cd9yl]

All respect CRAZY fight will follow and be a fan from now on. Used to be a doubter now love this guy

[@zorankostur]

He prove that he is real champion....you can talk about him anything you want but this guy is real warrior with high IQ.....CONGRATULATION CHAMPION 💯🔥

[@jte3209]

Don't wanna hear no more disrespect, Yanks were booing at the start, by the end they were silent 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@mikeoxlong4480]

Ken oath mate he showed em what’s he’s made off

[@kusinerongteacher]

I saw a glimpse of Lawler vs. Condit right there. Man, hell of a fight. Always been a Holloway fan, still is. But after seeing this fight, I found a new appreciation for Volkanovski. What a beast.

[@MrMarr123456]

absolute Warriors doesn't get any better than that so much respect for these guys

[@nawafXjohn]

People don't wanna admit it because they love max, but Alex is probably the most skilled featherweight ever.

[@insaneforufc4570]

Volk is a monster facing one of the best submission artists in the sport and getting in to his part where he’s good at multiple time and escaping with ease

[@MidwesternFilthMixes]

I love to see two men gain each other’s respect. Beautiful War guys! 👏

[@codfather111ify]

The amount of heart and determination it takes to get out of those two submissions is unreal

[@kiwitalkspodcast]

Alex deserves more appreciation

[@christopherteiotu2540]

lessgoooo bring that belt back to 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺 you made the country proud alex but what a performance by both fighters

[@Sephiroth-1]

These guys are both great 🙏🏼

[@TheNotoriouzBOB]

So fucking glad I stayed up with my mates to watch this at 5am. What a fucking fight! Respect to both of these warriors. What it’s all about!

[@RatedRRaj]

*UFC 4 stat update:* Alexander Volkanovski submission defence: *+100*

[@bomalpatriote7265]

For sure! Cardio 99 and top control 93

[@buddycider3670]

How’s the bias in first couple rounds? All I heard was how good Ortega was. Volk showed heart, determination, grit and straight class. Showed all the doubters. That’s the goat right there! 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@ngatiwarrior6975]

Agree a little there, all I heard was ortegas name throughout the fight from the commentary

[@thelord7627]

Ye Volk is an absolute savage 🇬🇧

[@buddycider3670]

Volk lands 3 hard leg kicks in a row, Ortega throws one and they go oh Ortega doing damage with these leg kicks. Stfu DC. Reminds me of Izzy vs Jan.

[@N3330X]

Volko has always been this good. After this new found respect you have deservedly found for him, go watch his fights with Max and Aldo. Enjoy them gentlemen. He is ELITE.

[@abdelpayen4885]

I knew that volk was a beast! Guy's is underrated, Hope he gets the recognition he deserved

[@harrisonclark9380]

Volk doing all us Aussies proud good work Champ keep it up 🐐🇦🇺

[@noobprankersandpranks]

This was One Hell of a Fight

[@sajid9168]

This was my FOTY 2021, classic!!

[@davidmiller5461]

If he ain’t tapping to that, he ain’t tapping to anything. Heart for days

[@samblack5313]

Also, if you can’t finish that, don’t bother fighting the guy again.

[@michaellinden1672]

unreal fight, much respect to both fighters and i think that’s the first time i’ve ever seen back to back hail mary submission attempts almost work 😅

[@xLilPuddinTater]

Volk is so incredibly well rounded. Crisp striking, great distance management, good takedown defense and wrestling, good ground game and submission defense. He is the perfect champion. Ortega had literally 1 way to win this fight and it was through submissions, he got 3 chances and he couldn't finish it. Put some respect on Volk's name

[@jordannijjar5414]

His octagon interview matched the style and tenacity of his fighting lol. Truly a gem.

[@TALLATV]

The mans a machine.. these guys build legends there not hype trains. Love from south london guys.

[@izejrovizejrovski6260]

Alexander the Great Aлександар Велики 🇲🇰❤️🇦🇺

[@sirloin3775]

Amazing fight

[@ktl66]

One of the best fight you will ever see

[@sonnybill8271]

Cannot believe how this guy didn’t tap, not once, TWICE! what a freak of nature! Go Alex! You’ve earned the respect of ALL