The main event of Noche UFC could have had an impact on what’s next for the featherweight champion. It already seemed like Alexander Volkanovski had decided who he would be facing next in his first defense of the 145-pound title since reclaiming it earlier this year.
If he gets past Diego Lopes Saturday night, it is clear what will be in Jean Silva’s sights. The pair are set to headline the third edition of Noche UFC — a now-annual event celebrating Mexican Independence Day.
UFC Noche three goes down this weekend, and the UFC is offering fans a superb night of fights, with featherweight contenders Diego Lopes and Jean Silva duking it out with possible title implications on the line.
Noche UFC fight week continues. For the third year in a row, the No. 1 MMA promotion in the world commemorates Mexican Independence Day, and this weekend, Frost Bank Center in San Antonio is the setting for this year’s iteration of Noche UFC.
Jean Silva, representing the Brazilian Fighting Nerds, has quickly become one of the most entertaining, unapologetic, and rising UFC fighters today. The undefeated featherweight holds the #10 ranking in his division and has already set his sights on securing an eventual title shot.
The UFC has produced countless rivalries, some born from championship stakes, others fueled by personal grudges. While many escalate into heated trash talk, a few stay lighthearted.
The UFC has seen several fighters rise quickly by capitalizing on significant opportunities, and Diego Lopes has emerged as one of the most talked-about names in the featherweight division.
Alexander Volkanovski has built his reputation on surgical precision inside the Octagon. However, the reigning UFC featherweight champion just proved he is equally dangerous when it comes to psychological warfare outside of it.
Striking has always been the most crowd-pleasing aspect of MMA, and the UFC has produced plenty of elite boxers over the years. Names like Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier, Max Holloway, and Petr Yan are often mentioned when talking about pure boxing inside the Octagon.
Alexander Volkanovski, the UFC Featherweight Champion, will star in a new Street Fighter movie. Reports indicate that the project will hit the movie screens on October 16, 2026.
Alexander Volkanovski is making his acting debut. The two-time UFC Featherweight Champion reclaimed his throne earlier this year when he defeated Diego Lopes in the main event of UFC 314 in April.
The crossover between MMA and showbiz has become increasingly prominent in recent years with projects like Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's "The Smashing Machine"
The time has come to step into the ring… and FIGHT!!! Legendary Pictures and Capcom’s live-action Street Fighter movie has officially set its release date and revealed its epic line-up of cast.
UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski has expressed his desire for a blockbuster fight against former two-division champion Conor McGregor. The news comes as Volkanovski prepares for the first title defense of his second reign, a position he reclaimed after his impressive victory over Diego Lopes at UFC 314.
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s camp is stacked with world-class fighters, and while Islam Makhachev ruled the UFC lightweight division for three years with a record-breaking four title defenses, Usman Nurmagomedov has been making his mark as the lightweight king of the PFL.
Alexander Volkanovski is one of the least confrontational fighters in the UFC but even he has a deep hatred for Colby Covington. Controversial UFC welterweight star Colby Covington is one of the most universally hated fighters in the sport amongst the fanbase.
There is no doubt that UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski has cemented himself in UFC history as one of the greats. ‘The Great’ was the first ever Australian-born champion in the UFC.
It is safe to say Alexander Volkanovski is a blessed man. Inside the Octagon, the reigning featherweight champion is arguably the greatest in his division’s history.
Alexander Volkanovski has been having some fun ahead of his next title defense. The featherweight champion was watching closely during UFC 319 last month where it appeared that his next title challenger emerged.
Aljamain Sterling revealed he suffered temporary bicep paralysis during his unanimous decision win over Brian Ortega at UFC Shanghai. However, no report made clear the severity of the injury.
The featherweight co-main event at UFC Fight Night Shanghai delivers two highly ranked fighters as number four ranked Brian Ortega takes on number seven
UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski has a clear idea of who he should fight next following UFC 319. Carlos Prates appeared to secure the best
Alexander Volkanovski is eying a bout with Lerone Murphy for his next title defense, as we look at how the fight could play out. Volkanovski reclaimed the featherweight title in his last fight, which he had lost to Ilia Topuria at UFC 298, by beating Diego Lopes at UFC 314.
In the UFC, timing is everything. When opportunity knocks, you’ve got to not only answer but slam the door shut with authority. That’s exactly what Lerone Murphy did at UFC 319.