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Strangest Knockouts in UFC History

The UFC constantly provides us with discussion topics, however, what are the strangest knockouts in UFC history? We see knockouts as a result of punches, think Ilia Topuria against Charles Oliveira and kicks, think Islam Makhachev knocking out Alexander Volkanovski, but we aren’t talking about those knockouts.

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Diego Lopes vs. Jean Silva Odds and Fight Analysis

Opening odds are out for the UFC Fight Night 259, or Noche UFC 3 event, and you may be surprised. Former title challenger Diego Lopes has opened as a slight underdog against the always dangerous Jean Silva.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 25

UFC Champion Alexander Volkanovski targets undefeated contender for next title fight

UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski is looking to stay active this year after regaining his title with a win in April at UFC 314 at Kaseya Center in Miami, FL, against Diego Lopes.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 24

Alexander Volkanovski surprisingly names a loss as favorite UFC fight he’s been in

Alexander Volkanovski has a plethora of memorable UFC victories, but it is a defeat that seemingly stands out to him the most. Volkanovski has been a mainstay

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 24

Fan-Favorite Robert Whittaker Promises Fairy Tale Ending After Khamzat Chimaev Disaster

Former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is undoubtedly one of the biggest fan favorites on the current UFC roster. Since joining the UFC in 2012, he’s taken on elite opponents, solidifying his legacy in the Octagon with a humble personality.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 23

Alexander Volkanovski admits things are up in the air ahead of his next title defense following Movsar Evloev’s pullout

Alexander Volkanovski is still waiting to find out who he will defend his UFC featherweight title against next. Earlier this year at UFC 314, Alexander Volkanovski once again showcased why he is one of the greatest featherweights ever when he reclaimed his title against Diego Lopes in a vacant title fight.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 22

‘I hate saying it’… Alexander Volkanovski highlights only downside to Max Holloway’s ‘incredible’ UFC 318 win

Alexander Volkanovski was full of praise for his three-time rival after watching him win at UFC 318. Max Holloway outpointed Dustin Poirier over five rounds to retain his BMF belt on Saturday night.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 21

Alexander Volkanovski Snubs Arman Tsarukyan for Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway Rematch

If #2 lightweight Arman Tsarukyan was putting all his eggs in the UFC 317 PPV backup fighter basket, his hopes are less than little. After this Saturday’s UFC 318 PPV main event, Max Holloway vs.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 20

Alex Volkanovski heaps praise on Max Holloway after UFC 318 upset

Former Max Holloway rival Alexander Volkanovski gave 'Blessed' his flowers following a dominant UFC 318 performance. Holloway played spoiler to Dustin Poirier's retirement, snapping a two-fight skid to 'The Diamond' in the process.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 20

Alexander Volkanovski reveals what impresses him most about Max Holloway after former rival’s UFC 318 win

Alexander Volkanovski was full of praise for his former rival following UFC 318. In the main event on July 19, Max Holloway defeated Dustin Poirier to successfully defend the BMF title in New Orleans.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 17

Alexander Volkanovski believes Max Holloway’s first KO loss will play key role in Dustin Poirier fight at UFC 318

Alexander Volkanovski knows just how hard it is to bounce back from a knockout loss. The UFC featherweight champion was famously knocked out by Islam Makhachev before trying to bounce back by fighting Ilia Topuria, who put him to sleep with strikes just a few months later.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 17

TUF Ep. 8: Welterweights End Exciting Quarterfinals

The last quarterfinal matchup of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) Season 33 has wrapped up, and with it, another stellar welterweight contest between two impressive prospects took place on Tuesday night’s TUF episode.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 16

Alexander Volkanovski shares prediction for blockbuster UFC 318 title fight between Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski has offered his expert prediction for the UFC 318 main event between Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier. This coming Saturday, Max Holloway returns to the Octagon for the first time since his UFC 308 loss to Ilia Topuria when he defends his BMF title against Dustin Poirier in the UFC 318 main event.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 16

Alexander Volkanovski snubs Conor McGregor trilogy when picking Dustin Poirier win that ‘stands out’ the most

One recent moment in UFC 318 star Dustin Poirier’s lengthy career sticks out in the mind of featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski. The MMA community is looking back on Poirier’s career as the fan-favorite lightweight veteran gears up to make his final walk to the Octagon close to home in Louisiana this Saturday night.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 9

Alexander Volkanovski reveals unchecked box in his UFC career that a win over Movsar Evloev would finally tick

Alexander Volkanovski is a leading contender for GOAT status in the UFC featherweight division, but that doesn’t mean he’s accomplished all of his goals just yet.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 9

Alexander Volkanovski tells ex-rival Ilia Topuria what he sacrificed by moving to lightweight

Ilia Topuria’s pursuit of legacy-defining accomplishments in the UFC may have dented his chances in one category, according to Alexander Volkanovski. Topuria knocked out Volkanovski at UFC 298 to win his first title in February 2024.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 9

Alexander Volkanovski gets real about health issue after KO loss to Islam Makhachev: ‘I should’ve had a break’

Alexander Volkanovski dealt with a pretty serious concussion after his first UFC loss by knockout. The reigning featherweight champion was put to sleep by a head kick when he stepped up to the lightweight division for a short-notice rematch with Islam Makhachev, whom he previously pushed to a split decision verdict.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 8

Alexander Volkanovski reveals his family encouraged him to retire following title win at UFC 314

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski nearly walked away after regaining the belt at UFC 314. Alexander Volkanovski overcame back-to-back knockout losses to regain the UFC featherweight title earlier this year over Diego Lopes at UFC 314.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 6

UFC champion Alexander Volkanovski reveals key to beating Ilia Topuria

Alexander Volkanovski has had over a year to reflect on his knockout loss to Ilia Topuria, finally breaking his silence about what he would have done differently if it were to be replayed.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 6

'Wrestle the Bloke' – Alexander Volkanovski Frustrated with Charles Oliveira Game Plan against Ilia Topuria

Last year at UFC 298, Alexander Volkanovski was brutally finished by Ilia Topuria, ending his legendary featherweight title reign. Since then, the Australian made a triumphant return, reclaiming his belt and proving why he’s still one of the division’s best.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 5

‘Conor McGregor Carbon Copy’: Ilia Topuria gets Flamed by Nemesis Paddy Pimblett

Ilia Topuria has rapidly risen to stardom, becoming one of the most electrifying names of the UFC’s current generation. After claiming the featherweight title, he confidently moved to the lightweight division and became a second-division champion last weekend.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 4

Alexander Volkanovski reveals how he’d approach Ilia Topuria rematch after Charles Oliveira exposed potential flaw

Ilia Topuria added another legend to his incredible run of knockouts at UFC 317. Topuria has climbed to the top of the pound-for-pound list after winning three consecutive title fights against some of the sport’s biggest names.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 28

Alexander Volkanovski faces off with potential next title challenger during team vs team stare down

Alexander Volkanovski and the UFC fanbase are still waiting to find out who he will defend his featherweight title against next. This past April at UFC 314, Alexander Volkanovski defied all odds when he recaptured the UFC featherweight title in the main event, defeating Diego Lopes via a decision.

MMA News / FirstSportz / June 27

Charles Oliveira’s Brutal Early Weight Cutting Worries Alexander Volkanovski

Charles Oliveira is aiming to make history as the first fighter to win the UFC lightweight championship title twice in history. The veteran will face Ilia Topuria this Saturday in the UFC 317 main event inside the famous T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 25

Undefeated Fighter Sends Clear Message to Alexander Volkanovski After UFC Denies Title Shot

It looked like a perfect storm was forming in the UFC featherweight division. With Alexander Volkanovski recently recapturing his title in dominant fashion, the door seemed open for a long-awaited clash with an undefeated contender who had been steadily rising through the ranks.

MMA News / Field Level Media / April 13

Alexander Volkanovski becomes two-time champ at UFC 314

Former champion Alexander Volkanovski regained his once undisputed UFC featherweight championship Saturday night opposite Diego Lopes in the main event of UFC 314 by winning a unanimous decision 48-47, 49-46, 49-46 in Miami.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 12

Volkanovski battles against undefeated course at UFC 314

Former featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski looks to come out on top of a title fight in UFC 314. Many fans are making bold fight predictions when it comes to Volkanovski vs.