Former Bellator heavyweight champion Alexander Volkov is now within striking distance of a shot at the UFC title, as well, and he hopes to cement that opportunity with a win at UFC 229. While Saturday’s card at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas is all about the Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Conor McGregor headliner, the fight between Volkov (30-6 MMA, 4-0 UFC) and Derrick Lewis (20-5 MMA, 11-3 UFC) is unquestionably a key matchup in the heavyweight division. Riding a six-fight winning streak, Volkov hopes he can validate his status as the division’s No
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Alexander Volkov eyes title shot with UFC 229 win, would take Blaydes-Ngannou winner – MMA Junkie