MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom goes in-depth to break down the biggest fights in the UFC. Today, he takes a closer look at the UFC 314 main event between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes for the vacant featherweight championship. Alexander Volkanovski UFC 314 preview Staple info: Record: 26-5 MMA, 13-4 UFC Height: 5’6″ Age: 36 Weight: 145 lbs. Reach: 71.5″ Last fight: Knockout loss to Ilia Topuria (Feb. 17, 2024) Camp: Freestyle Fighting Gym/Bangtao Muay Thai (Australia) Stance/striking style: Switch-stance/kickboxing Risk management: Excellent Supplemental info: + UFC featherweight champion + Regional MMA titles + Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt + National wrestling gold medalist + 13 KO victories + 3 submission wins + 7 first-round finishes + KO power + Consistent pace and pressure + Excellent feints and footwork + Accurate shot selection and counters ^ Educated lead hand and hard leg kicks + Solid wrestling ability ^ Takedowns, transitions, scrambles + Good ground striking from topside Diego Lopes UFC 314 preview Staple info: Record: 27-6 MMA, 6-1 UFC Height: 5’11” Age: 30 Weight: 145 lbs. Reach: 72.5″ Last fight: Decision win over Brian Ortega (Sept.
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