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UFC 294: Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2 – Champion vs. Champion Rematch

Get ready for UFC 294: Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2, a champion-versus-champion rematch. Witness the clash of champions and rising stars in the world of MMA. Don’t miss this thrilling event!

Fighters Organizations Years Active
Islam Makhachev UFC, M-1 Global, Tsumada Fighting Championship, Professional Fighting Championships, Lion’s Fights, Siberian Fighting Championship 13 years
Alexander Volkanovski UFC 12 years
Khamzat Chimaev UFC N/A
Kamaru Usman UFC N/A
Johnny Walker UFC N/A
Magomed Ankalaev UFC N/A
Ikram Aliskerov KHK MMA Team 6 years
Warlley Alves Celeiro Combat N/A
Usman Nurmagomedov UFC N/A
Muin Gafurov N/A N/A
Muhammad Mokaev N/A N/A
Tim Elliott Titan Fighting Championship N/A
Jinh Yu Frey N/A N/A
Victoria Dudakova N/A N/A

UFC 294 brings together fighters from various organizations with impressive records and years of experience. Witness the exciting matchups and high-level competition.

UFC 294: Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2

The highly anticipated UFC 294 event is set to take place on Saturday at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The main event features a champion-versus-champion rematch between Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski, where Makhachev will risk his undisputed lightweight crown. In the co-headliner, the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev takes on Kamaru Usman in a middleweight clash.

Makhachev’s Impressive MMA Career

Islam Makhachev has had a successful MMA career, competing in multiple organizations. He boasts a record of 13-1 in the UFC, with additional victories in organizations such as M-1 Global, Tsumada Fighting Championship, Professional Fighting Championships, Lion’s Fights, and Siberian Fighting Championship.

Volkanovski’s Consistency

Alexander Volkanovski has been a consistent fighter, having fought at least once in each of the past 12 calendar years. He has an impressive record, including a 1-1 mark in 2023, and victories in various years such as 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022.

Exciting Matchups and Notable Fighters

The event also features other exciting matchups, including Khamzat Chimaev vs. Kamaru Usman in a middleweight bout. Chimaev has outlanded his opponents by 100 significant strikes in his UFC appearances. Johnny Walker, known for his knockout power, will face Magomed Ankalaev in a light heavyweight showcase. Muhammad Mokaev, the youngest fighter on the card at 23 years old, will take on Tim Elliott in a flyweight prelim.

Impressive Records and Statistics

The fighters on the card bring impressive records and statistics to the table. Usman has completed 73 rounds as a professional mixed martial artist, with a 10-1 record in fights that went the distance. Magomed Ankalaev has earned $150,000 in post-fight bonuses throughout his UFC career. Ikram Aliskerov enters the event on a six-fight winning streak since his defeat to Chimaev in 2019.

Excitement and High-Level Competition

With a cumulative winning percentage of .817 among the 26 fighters scheduled to compete, UFC 294 promises to be an exciting event with high-level competition. Alexander Volkanovski holds the most victories on the card, while Tim Elliott has faced the most losses.

Stay tuned for this thrilling event and witness the clash of champions and rising stars in the world of MMA.