Alexander Volkanovski has stepped in to fight Islam Makhachev at UFC 294 on just 10 days notice. If Volkanovski wins, it could be considered one of the greatest wins of all time. On only 13 days notice, Volkanovski knocked out Makhachev. MMA fans were surprised by Volkanovski's decision to take the fight on short notice. Khabib Nurmagomedov and other professionals reacted to Volkanovski stepping in for the rematch. Nurmagomedov commented that Volkanovski looked good, but "all the world knows he lose." Makhachev revealed that the UFC initially wanted him to fight Justin Gaethje before securing the rematch with Volkanovski. Despite Nurmagomedov being in Dubai to prepare Makhachev, he will not be in his corner for the main event. Volkanovski has been preparing for this opportunity. There is debate about whether a short-notice fight against Makhachev is the right move for Volkanovski. Makhachev reacted to Volkanovski replacing Charles Oliveira, saying that he is happy because it will provide answers after their last fight. Volkanovski believes that all the pressure is on Makhachev in the rematch. Makhachev is not surprised by Volkanovski stepping in, stating that he is only in it for the money.
Morning Report: Alexander Volkanovski says ‘all the pressure’ is on Islam Makhachev in UFC 294 rematch Full story: https://t.co/y4Ih0uFF6L https://t.co/XYd5ppjhpA
Islam Makhachev not surprised Alexander Volkanovski stepped in at #UFC294: 'He don't put his belt, he just make money' https://t.co/O4bcVnFpus
Morning Report: Alexander Volkanovski says ‘all the pressure’ is on Islam Makhachev in UFC 294 rematch https://t.co/FtAh9rO7q8
Islam Makhachev reveals UFC wanted Justin Gaethje fight before securing Alexander Volkanovski rematch https://t.co/PnZistS9Aw https://t.co/x631TowrC2
Alex Volkanovski has guts, but is a short-notice fight vs. Islam Makhachev the right move? 🤔 https://t.co/UDtO98bQEy https://t.co/jBWrIefJwE
Islam Makhachev explains why Khabib Nurmagomedov won't be in his corner at UFC 294 despite making the trip to nearby Dubai to prepare him for the main event. Full interview: https://t.co/53zfV3CS6X https://t.co/oGjUWQqLUL
Islam Makhachev reveals UFC wanted Justin Gaethje fight before securing Alexander Volkanovski rematch Full story: https://t.co/PnZistSHq4 https://t.co/yhED17DiEi
Islam Makhachev reveals UFC wanted Justin Gaethje fight before securing Alexander Volkanovski rematch https://t.co/ImAVPG9dgU
Alexander Volkanovski has been getting ready for this opportunity 🏆 https://t.co/XsZpg0CzKg
Islam Makhachev reacts to Alexander Volkanovski replacing Charles Oliveira: "I am happy, because after the last fight we had many questions, but all answers are going to be in Abu Dhabi." https://t.co/ooNMYDqXJO
‘Doesn’t matter who’: Khabib Nurmagomedov, pros react to Alexander Volkanovski stepping in to rematch Islam Makhachev at UFC 294 https://t.co/2Sw6Oc5sMZ
Khabib Nurmagomedov: Alexander Volkanovski looked good vs. Islam Makhachev, but 'all the world knows he lose' #UFC294 https://t.co/CdA9rt7469
mma fans seeing alex volkanovski step in short notice against islam makhachev https://t.co/iYgqewIwh3
ON ONLY 13 DAYS NOTICE HES HAS DONE IT ALEX VOLKANOVSKI KNOCKS OUT ISLAM MAKHACHEV! https://t.co/5bDQdLRnY3
If Alexander Volkanovski defeats Islam Makhachev at #UFC294, where does it rank amongst all time great wins? https://t.co/Q6QelToW9g
UFC: Hey Volk can you step in to fight Islam Makhachev at #UFC294 on 10 days notice? Alex Volkanovski: https://t.co/iLdekElWwB