In the lead-up to UFC 298, the focus is on the featherweight title fight between current champion Alexander Volkanovski and challenger Ilia Topuria. Volkanovski acknowledges the threat that Topuria poses, while Topuria's coach, Jorge Climent, expresses confidence, stating that 'everything is in our favor' and believes Topuria is superior in all aspects of the fight, despite Volkanovski's greater experience. Meanwhile, Volkanovski has hinted at a future move to the lightweight division, a sentiment that has been echoed across various reports. Former champion Max Holloway has also shown interest in reclaiming the featherweight title at UFC 298, indicating a dynamic and competitive atmosphere in the division.
Volkanovski Not Done Chasing Lightweight Gold https://t.co/4qp48gG1me
Volk still has his sights locked on the lightweight title 👀 https://t.co/WiflpZUH0A
UFC featherweight champ Alexander Volkanovski: 'Lightweight definitely in the near future' #UFC298 https://t.co/xsWjGlwPI4
Alex Volkanovski: "Lightweight definitely in the near future.” https://t.co/wSbXndD5DO
"I really want my '45 [pound] title back." Max Holloway is focused on Justin Gaethje, but likes having "options" 👀 (via @DamonMartin) https://t.co/YbbiJkWh8y
Max Holloway talks Alexander Volkanovski’s quick return from knockout, declares ‘I really want my 145 title back’ https://t.co/M92WjSvS9a
Alex Volkanovski on lightweight: “Everybody’s gonna be reminded, and then everybody is gonna be switching a full 180 saying there’s nothing left for me at 145, and they want me to go take that lightweight belt … Lightweight definitely in the near future.” https://t.co/VihgmySa25
"I see him inferior to Ilia’s level in all aspects. He does have more experience than Ilia, but I don’t see him better in the striking, in the takedowns or the ground." @Topuriailia's coach Jorge Climent ahead of #UFC298 title fight vs. Volkanovski https://t.co/1OisYHnw7C
Ilia Topuria's coach: 'Everything is in our favor' heading into #UFC298 title fight vs. Alexander Volkanovski (via @dannyseguratv) https://t.co/NPFxckeUxR
Volk sees the threat that Ilia Topuria brings. https://t.co/TnbWDSM4AF