Discover how Alexander Volkov dominated Sergei Pavlovich at UFC Fight Night in Saudi Arabia, marking the UFC’s debut in the Middle East. Explore the reactions from the MMA community and the implications of Volkov’s victory.
Alexander Volkov defeated Sergei Pavlovich at UFC Fight Night in Saudi Arabia, extending his win streak to four fights. Despite their past friendship, the Russian heavyweights engaged in a tense battle. Volkov showcased his striking skills, dominating Pavlovich over three rounds. Pavlovich’s reaction post-fight was less than gracious, marking his second consecutive loss. The MMA community reacted to Volkov’s win, discussing potential matchups with heavyweight champion Jon Jones and reflecting on Pavlovich’s decline since his previous victories.
Volkov Dominates Pavlovich
Heavyweight veteran Alexander Volkov extended his win streak at the expense of Sergei Pavlovich at Saturday’s UFC Fight Night in Saudi Arabia. The event marked the UFC’s first appearance in the Middle East, with Riyadh’s Kingdom Arena hosting an action-packed 11-fight card. The co-headliner featured a showdown between Russian giants Volkov and Pavlovich, who despite their past friendship, engaged in a fierce battle inside the Octagon. The tension between the two escalated during fight week, culminating in a heated exchange at the ceremonial weigh-ins. Ultimately, it was Volkov, also known as ‘Drago,’ who emerged victorious after delivering a masterful performance that showcased his exceptional striking skills. Using his precise jab, Volkov dominated Pavlovich over three rounds, securing a decisive win. Despite Volkov’s attempt to show sportsmanship post-fight, Pavlovich’s reaction was less than gracious. With this defeat, Pavlovich has now suffered two consecutive losses, unable to bounce back from his previous knockout defeat to Tom Aspinall. On the other hand, Volkov’s triumph extended his winning streak to four consecutive victories. The MMA community reacted swiftly to Volkov’s impressive win over Pavlovich, with discussions arising about potential future matchups, including a possible showdown with heavyweight champion Jon Jones. Fans also reflected on Pavlovich’s decline since his victory over Curtis Blaydes, where he secured six consecutive wins. Stay tuned for more updates on UFC Fight Night events and results.
