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Alex Volkanovski is an Australian professional mixed martial artist who is among the chosen few still recognized as one of the greatest Featherweight fighters in the history of the UFC. Born on September 29, 1988, in Shellharbour, New South Wales, Volkanovski initially saw promise in a different sporting career, namely, a career in rugby league, before turning his attention toward MMA. Their strong athletic background, coupled with a tireless work ethic, endowed him with quick rises to the top of the sport.
He entered the UFC in 2016 and quickly ascended through the ranks based on the strength of his striking, never-equaled cardio and wrestling skills. After defeating Max Holloway in December 2019, a victory that established his dominance within the division, Volkanovski secured the UFC Featherweight Championship title. He has defended that title multiple times against top-level competition, showing his ability to adapt, strategize, and work harder than the rest.
Outside the cage, Volkanovski is known for his humility, discipline, and dedication to his profession. The training routine involves sophisticated high-intensity workouts, technical training, and strategic fight preparation.
Fans admire him for his warrior mentality and nasty-dog attitude, which is why he is held in high esteem in the MMA fraternity. With an illustrious career still in progress and one the world will remember for a long time, Volkanovski inspires many fighters and delights millions of fans around the MMA globe.