Volkanovski defeats Evloev by second-round TKO at UFC 333
Alexander Volkanovski retained the UFC featherweight title with a second-round technical knockout of Movsar Evloev at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi.
Alexander Volkanovski retained his UFC featherweight championship by stopping Movsar Evloev in the second round of their bout at UFC 333 on Saturday in Abu Dhabi's Etihad Arena. The fight, broadcast on Paramount+, ended at 4:54 of round two when referee Marc Goddard intervened after Volkanovski delivered a series of punches that left Evloev unable to defend himself.
The opening round was competitive, but Volkanovski displayed a speed advantage that allowed him to control the pace. In the second round he landed a straight left followed by a powerful right, prompting the referee to halt the contest.
With the win, Volkanovski moved past Jose Aldo's record for most title-fight victories in the division, achieving his ninth such win. The 38-year-old champion has now defended the featherweight belt twice in his current reign and extended his winning streak to three consecutive title fights.
Evloev, who entered the bout with a 20-1 MMA record, suffered his first professional loss. After the fight he praised Volkanovski, describing his opponent’s performance as impressive.