The UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev will put his title on the line against current featherweight champion and local boy Alexander Volkanovski in a blockbuster champion vs champion main event fight at UFC 284. This is also the first time Makhachev will be seen defending his belt, having won the vacant title against Charles Oliveira in October last year. “The Aussie UFC fans are electric. I really do believe that Volk's got the style to really get the upset and shock the world. And to get back in the Octagon in front of a home country crowd is exciting," said the Australian.

Source: Hindustan Times February 11, 2023 20:41 UTC