Alexander Volkanovski believes Movsar Evloev has probably done enough to get the next shot at the UFC featherweight title.
At UFC London, Evloev beat Lerone Murphy by majority decision in a tense main event at The O2. It was not a clean, easy night either. Evloev had a point deducted and still found a way to win. If you missed the result details, we broke that fight down in our full UFC London coverage.
Speaking on the UFC on Paramount+ post-fight show, Volkanovski said the performance was better than many expected, especially because Evloev spent long stretches choosing to strike.
“It was an interesting one. I don’t think we all expected Movsar to just want to stand with Lerone. Whether that was something that he felt he had to do to just so he can guarantee himself a title shot, I’m not too sure. But you could see he was a lot stronger when he wanted to take it down, and then was able to out-do him on the feet. So for me, it’s quite impressive, to be honest. Fair play to him. He’s 20-0 now, and I guess he’s next.”
Alexander Volkanovski reacts to Movsar Evloev’s win over Lerone Murphy at #UFCLondon:
“He’s 20-0 now and he’s next.”
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Movsar on Alexander Volkanovski:
“He’s been waiting for me for a long time. So before he gets too old, let’s make it happen.”
Volkanovski: “This old man still has some tricks left. Bring it on.” 😂
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Evloev’s resume now leaves little room for debate
Evloev is now 20-0 as a pro and 10-0 in the UFC. His recent run includes wins over Diego Lopes, Arnold Allen, Aljamain Sterling, and now Lerone Murphy. That is a serious list, and UFC London added a five-round main event win under pressure.
Before fight night, there was debate about who should get the next title chance. But this result strengthens Evloev’s case in a big way, especially after many expected a harder time against Murphy’s striking and movement. We previewed those stakes before the event in our Evloev vs. Murphy title-implication breakdown.
After the win, Evloev joked in his post-fight interview that the UFC should book the title fight before Volkanovski gets too old. The champion answered with a smile and a direct response.
“This old man still has some tricks left, so bring it on.”
Volkanovski also said he is targeting a return in July or August, which could line up with a potential title fight if the UFC decides to make this matchup next.
For more context around Volkanovski’s standing at 145, check our recent coverage of where he sits in the featherweight GOAT conversation, plus the latest updates in MiddleEasy MMA News.
