Year of the Fighter - Alexander Volkanovski

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Alexander Volkanovski looks back on the year he defeated legends, Jose Aldo and Max Holloway, fulfilling his dream of becoming the UFC Featherweight Champion.
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@TheAliKoca Жыл бұрын

Not only one of the greatest fighters ever but also one of the greatest bald men to ever live. Alexander The Great confirmed!

@aydensantiago9320 Жыл бұрын

ur up there but i don’t think u have achieved that legendary status, keep grinding

@DrSuess360 Жыл бұрын

I mean he's bald by choice. Lol. He shaves it.

@escape2nirvana Жыл бұрын

@@DrSuess360he was going bald my guy, that hairline was going, but it takes a good man to just admit it and cut his hair

@kavinraj4689 Жыл бұрын

Also an inspirational short man

@oliverolsen8077 Жыл бұрын

@@DrSuess360nah his hairline was gone

@doudou4657 Жыл бұрын

Man, I’m not sure if there will ever be a featherweight more dominant than Volk, dude’s a freakin beast.

@Luisknowstooons Жыл бұрын

Crazy to think aside from Conor the FTW division has had a row of dominant champions Aldo Max Volk

@diegobaleiron4239 Жыл бұрын

@@Luisknowstooons the rise of conor was dominant af

@azadog1233 Жыл бұрын

@@diegobaleiron4239 the rise yes, but with 0 title defences he isn't exactly a dominant champ

@SnowmanUFC10 Жыл бұрын

José Aldo?

@YasamK. Жыл бұрын

@@diegobaleiron4239Dominance in this case means to dominate the division for years. Conor’s rise was impressive and he was dominant in that time period but he’ll never be known to dominate the divison like Aldo, Holloway and Volkanovski.

@kavinraj4689 Жыл бұрын

My favourite UFC fighter. Just an inspiration all-round. Conducts himself like a gentleman, isnt one to shirk away from challenges and dares to be great. Also an inspiration to bald and short man. Hope MMA fans appreciate him to the fullest while he is around. I see a lot of people suddenly saying that they miss Kamaru but didn appreciate him while he was around. Volk is always active defending his title and the featherweight division will miss 2 legends when him and Max are retired.

@Extremely-GR33N Жыл бұрын

Guys like Izzy and Kamaru and Volk, they're great champions. Active. More than willing. Most fans of this sport are toxic and fickle.

@Taquilou Жыл бұрын

Shirk is haram

@ATACXGYMCAPOEIRA Жыл бұрын

@@Extremely-GR33Nyessir! Every word you posted is 💯 % right

@FatherFirst Жыл бұрын

Beautifully said!!!

@amirmaaz5139 Жыл бұрын

You couldn’t say it any better. This is exactly how I feel about volk

@davidkim2016 Жыл бұрын

"That's what motivates me. I'm going to keep winning because of that. There's no bigger motivation than the family. So I need to be successful. I REFUSE TO LOSE." - Alexander The Great

@terrycruise-zd5tw Жыл бұрын

he failed his family then by losing to islam twice

@davidkim2016 Жыл бұрын

@@terrycruise-zd5tw Volk made Islam cry and got yelled by Khabib. Islam beat Alex their second time, but on little more than a week's notice. You really think that makes Islam look great? Yea, didnt think so. Oh and regarding family, i bet you that you havent done better for yours! Do better man

@kavinraj4689 Жыл бұрын

@@davidkim2016Boom roasted (Ben Askren)

@episode2b35 Жыл бұрын

@@davidkim2016 lol not even a full training camp was going to protect him from the headkick, masterclass performance by Islam, good try by Alex

@MojKanal-cz1iz Жыл бұрын

@@terrycruise-zd5tw Volk obviously lost second time but IMO first time he won or at least it was a draw. He punched Islam's face in while Islam was hugging him for dear life on the floor. Damage should triumph over dry humping. Regardless this guy is prob 5'3 in reality but UFC claims 5'6 or whatever they bill him at and he beats fighters much taller than him just like DC did. They deserve a lot of respect for what they have done/are doing.

@jaydeepsen4769 Жыл бұрын

Alexander "The Great" Volkanovski is not just a great champion but a great human being and dad too 🙏🏾💪🏾

@NinjaDildoShow Жыл бұрын

Great guy, never meddum.

@samuraijose817 Жыл бұрын

Great hair too

@PerdiccasMKD Жыл бұрын

Alexander The Great Macedonian Volkanovski

@DRAKE1323_ Жыл бұрын

Damn bro you riding something hard must be sussie Aussie haha

@tydupont8084 Жыл бұрын

When was this filmed?

@JebediahSpringfield Жыл бұрын

This is the best UFC video I've ever watched. We need more fighters in that hot seat. We want to hear their thoughts.

@Brady.V Жыл бұрын

They have a series on fight pass with about 15 of these, check them out man they’re great 👌🏼

@JebediahSpringfield Жыл бұрын

@@Brady.Voh fucking sweet brother. Cheers

@ImranKhan-dp4bg Жыл бұрын

Alex is a great fighter and a great champion. Respectful, courageous and true to himself. These are the kind of fighters who truly represent MMA for what it is.

@philharrison2498 Жыл бұрын

BOT!

@giulianyramos8220 Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad he wasn’t judged based on him going up in weight last second to a title fight there should be more like him ❤

@Latest-Scenes Жыл бұрын

Volkanovski is a great humble and a warrior spirited champion and ALREADY a legend. The way he conducts himself win or lose is an example for young fighters.

@brianhildreth9099 Жыл бұрын

The fight highlights, the chess matches, the achievements are all great to see, but the pride in his eyes when seeing his family on camera.... Just moving. Hats off to ya mate! What a guy!

@CuzzNZ Жыл бұрын

Incredible. Australias best modern athlete and a total class act

@Travvv94 Жыл бұрын

"I'm Max Holloway's worst nightmare" No one could predict how right Volk was when he said that. 4 years later entering 2024 Alex is still undefeated at FW.

@SaraMightyX3 Жыл бұрын

💪

@thisarfingai Жыл бұрын

The fighters fighter, the fan favourite, the man, the legend, the absolute bloody weapon.

@dano1307 Жыл бұрын

Appreciate these great fighters while they are in their prime and after. Fighting is brutal and primes are short. Volk is something special

@SwampOperator Жыл бұрын

So true

@yourgo-toguy4133 Жыл бұрын

The true GOAT. This mans only undoing was his own hubris. Pound-for-pound he still has the most dominant style and skills.

@Shodanrua Жыл бұрын

There are greats, and then there's Volkanovski.

@khans1stfan Жыл бұрын

Volk is one of a kind, this generations GSP

@転生したらポラリスでした Жыл бұрын

From a Japanese fan who loves the way he fights with his small body, one of the greatest champions.

@Abbas_Hasen Жыл бұрын

"with his small body" Wtf kkkkkk, he is Not a Hobbit From Lord of The rings, You know The majority of OKINAWA's best karate masters are shorter than Volk right?

@SwampOperator Жыл бұрын

God what an absolute stud. His family at the end got me all choked up

@OprahsMingey Жыл бұрын

A nickname has never fit a fighter more than Alexander “The Great” Volkanovski 🙌🇦🇺

@ricardopereira6873 Жыл бұрын

Much Respect from Portugal, Alexander. You are an example of a Man, and true Champion.

@CynthiaMidori Жыл бұрын

Volk 👑 deserves all the success and respect shown in this video 👏🏻 He is a role model for Australia and man in general 👏🏻 THE GREATEST 👑🇦🇺🎉

@jennywalborn7769 Жыл бұрын

There's a Champ everyone can be proud of in the UFC! Enjoyed watching a real man tell his story! Congrats and keep it going! ❤

@nxo91 Жыл бұрын

My favorite fighter. TRUE and AUTHENTIC to the core.

@zhodl2929 Жыл бұрын

Volk is such a legend man.

@truthseekerKJV Жыл бұрын

Legends never lose. Volks is far from a legend.

@terrycruise-zd5tw Жыл бұрын

he got legendarily knocked tf out by islam

@twiggy1253 Жыл бұрын

@@truthseekerKJVThat’s not true.

@twiggy1253 Жыл бұрын

@@terrycruise-zd5twHow is that relevant?

@terrycruise-zd5tw Жыл бұрын

cause he was still a legend even getting his head bounced up and down on islams knee@@twiggy1253

@TransitionedToAShark Жыл бұрын

6 inch heels while barefoot. I love how he had to let everyone know that 😂

@darcyfraser1968 Жыл бұрын

Not just my favourite fighter, my favourite athlete period!

@sadaka201 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic fighter! One for the ages!

@JebediahSpringfield Жыл бұрын

Greatest of all time

@FinnMMA Жыл бұрын

😂😂

@jamiebrucespringer9076 Жыл бұрын

The Great is a Perfect Name for Him as he’s proven to be The Great at Featherweight GOAT! He’s not only confident but also a Very Humble Man and it shows he’s worth as A Parent too! His Wife and Girls lLove and Adore him. People like Volk only come in a A Generational Fighter! One of the Best to Ever have Graced the Octagon

@mithilaum Жыл бұрын

When you search for ‘pure class’ for gifs, Volk shows up.

@BOTTENEGAMING Жыл бұрын

Volkanovski is a Legendary fighter, glad to see his career develops.

@kylerivers831 Жыл бұрын

Volks just a beast.

@neformalno_s_georgi_petkov Жыл бұрын

Great fighter, amazing video, incredible year for the UFC! I hope the next one will be even better.

@Sheeb807 Жыл бұрын

This man is such an inspiration

@DrSuess360 Жыл бұрын

"When you get married and all that type of stuff"... LMFAO. He said the thing!!!

@walterkaiyuenpang3556 Жыл бұрын

Obviously... You know what I mean ?

@luisromo5251 Жыл бұрын

Volk is a beast I’ve been to many of his fights epic

@davidblankinship6705 Жыл бұрын

THE GREAT ❤

@imgroot90 Жыл бұрын

Alexander Volkanovski ‘s HAIRLINE is going crazy through these years

@FatherFirst Жыл бұрын

I read a comment on the Michael Bisping episode of Year of the Fighter. The comment began by saying the person started off hating Bisping, but the end Bisping was one of his favorite fighters ever. And that comment really explains to a T how I started off feeling about Volk to how I view him now. I really though Holloway won the second fight and the first one was extremely close. And I am a giant Max Holloway fan. So I was really disappointed. I will say I do not think this 2 fights were a robbery. Volk won them both. But it has been Volks body of work after those 2 fights that really grabbed my attention and made me have to open my eyes and realize I was witnessing greatness in its finest form and in its prime. Its safe to say that he is easily one of my favorite active fighters and he will be one of my favorite of all time. I absolutely love his attitude. The way he fights, his heart, and his determination to find the toughest challenge he can find and then throw himself into it full on. He is an outstanding fighter and its really a treat every time he steps in the cage. I love his KZbin channel as well. So to Volk, you've absolutely earned your respect. You are one of the best now and when you retire you will be one of the absolute legends of the game. Much respect from 🇺🇲

@davidagiel8130 Жыл бұрын

One of the best runs and stories in MMA and it’s still going.

@cambrody25 Жыл бұрын

🐐 status

@YaminRahman Жыл бұрын

Thought it said "fighter of the year" for a second, he deserves to be that anyways

@SchecterIsKING Жыл бұрын

I agree because I love Volk but he's lost twice this year so I can understand why he didn't

@sb-tq3xw Жыл бұрын

what a great champion akex is and a great person

@97High Жыл бұрын

Dude's a beast. Favorite fighter. Definitely a legend.

@melting_dave Жыл бұрын

Met him in person in Edmonton in 2019 at UFC 240 and it confirmed to me why he was my favorite fighter. Genuine good guy! So was Joe Lopez

@keke1224keke Жыл бұрын

Not only being the greatest at 145 but also an amazing human being is what stands out to me!

@jaycampbell5335 Жыл бұрын

By far my favourite ever UFC fighter. Absolute legend

@DonaldGreer84 Жыл бұрын

Your favorite fighter’s favorite fighter. Alexander the Great

@reeceeyles9924 Жыл бұрын

Alex is just a downright legend. One of the greatest humans, athlete, father, hard worker and inspiration to many

@troysmith6929 Жыл бұрын

Awesome, Volk. Such an impressive fighter and hands down a good bloke! No doubt he deserves all the success and praise

@nicholascollins3012 Жыл бұрын

This is great the ufc should be doing more of this can’t wait to see the rest of them the ufc should be doing this for a lot of the legends of UFC

@Scrubje Жыл бұрын

One of the UFC finest. My favourite on the current roster for sure.

@incognito6650 Жыл бұрын

Dude deserves all the respect in the world for being such an admirable human being. I’m an Islam fan but Volk made me a fan of his too, THE GREAT

@kurtglathar5162 Жыл бұрын

I'm a fan of both as well. It seems like most people need to hate on one fighter just because they are a fan of the other. Doesn't make much sense

@diegoalonsofuenteshenrique4591 Жыл бұрын

Alexander Volkanovski es el mejor Peso Pluma de la Historia!! un tremendo Campeón y mejor ser Humano!!! una maquina en el Octágono y un deportista de Elite!!! va a recuperar su cinturón y lo llevará a Australia nuevamente!!!! let's goo Volka!!!!!

@Unapologetic_Hindu_25 Жыл бұрын

The GOAT

@austintrombley9569 Жыл бұрын

My favorite ufc video I have ever watched. This permeates to every man. Work hard for your family. They are the driving force of our success💪

@lisaduehr5306 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful tribute to Volk❤So well done!

@antonyhunt9700 Жыл бұрын

There are so many legends in the ufc i hope they keep doing more of the year of the fighter 👏

@WildBerry.1 Жыл бұрын

Hats off for this man. Happy new year from Norway Alex!

@drunkenswordsman3373 Жыл бұрын

All my homies love Volk

@miguelbravo1633 Жыл бұрын

Finally this man gets some recognition for his greatness.

@brayantadeo8309 Жыл бұрын

Everybody knows him lol

@kpacch7085 Жыл бұрын

Considered to be a goat of his division, multiple opportunities for claiming the title in another, tied as P4P best, every fighter ever has given him respect, when has he not been given recognition?

@kurtglathar5162 Жыл бұрын

@@kpacch7085 I think during the first 2 fights with Max he was a bit underappreciated, but after what he did to Ortega people really started to catch on

@paulwaylo Жыл бұрын

Great story so happy for you mate! I'm a big fan you are a true champion ! Thanks for all the amazing fights. How blessed are you with such a beautiful family. Go Volk

@ripwheeler2803 Жыл бұрын

True legend inside and outside octagon.

@BigOunce___ Жыл бұрын

Them ending hit ya right in the feels

@Gamminn Жыл бұрын

Love volk so proud he’s Aussie thanks volk and his team His fam

@LuisRosales-cq7gc Жыл бұрын

I actually enjoy watching these vids of year of the fighters

@benjaminbarrow2449 Жыл бұрын

Volk man was dominating

@ryanb8736 Жыл бұрын

He sure was, till he met Islam. Twice.

@serkomaani4346 Жыл бұрын

Still is.. hasnt lost in featherweight yet

@serkomaani4346 Жыл бұрын

@@ryanb8736what u mean he still is and hasnt lost his belt… islam is a lot bigger dude in a bigger division, u dont know that do u?

@davidkim2016 Жыл бұрын

@@ryanb8736 Volk made Islam cry and got yelled by Khabib. Islam beat Alex their second time, but on little more than a week's notice. You really think that makes Islam look great?

@JebediahSpringfield Жыл бұрын

@@ryanb8736Islam knocked out cold by a nobody ya dork

@timelessmusic2011 Жыл бұрын

Respect! Saw this guy at 290. The Great definitely delivered.

@davidberry4818 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant. The Mind of a Chef for Fighters. Better move this to N...... after a couple episodes.

@spce888 Жыл бұрын

“Battle Of The Dwarfs” 😭😭 why Volk got roast him n Chad like that 😭😭. Got luv the dude man 🫡🫶🏽

@jonathanhuynh880 Жыл бұрын

Love him

@1CrowSorrow_2CrowsJoy Жыл бұрын

If he can stay champ til dec 2024 hell be champ for 5 years. In the modern era thats quite the task. Featherweight GOAT.

@lisaduehr5306 Жыл бұрын

Love this guy! Volk is the most exciting fighter I have watched yet.

@francescozanardo84 Жыл бұрын

What a bloke ! Truely inspirational

@OceanPatterson Жыл бұрын

U knw i saw your first fight i have been a UFC fun for 8 years and thank you for the touchin memorable massage .. # down to history 2023 UFC Player ... gud luck

@SwampOperator Жыл бұрын

For my money, hes the greatest 145er to ever do it.. I also think that in a fight to the finish. With proper preparation and good health, that he beats makhachev at least 50% of the time. The best 145er and a easy contender in the best 5 fighters to ever live

@Naksu.. Жыл бұрын

Stop being delusional.. he lose twice.. KOed him in a rematch.. Kamaru did well against Chimaev ...

@ThaiKillers Жыл бұрын

Favorite fighter fr

@Balonishell Жыл бұрын

Awesome champion

@keithrobinson357 Жыл бұрын

Beast

@jamesy1 Жыл бұрын

Volk is hands down the best FW no dispute

@ballkans Жыл бұрын

Alexandar the great human and great champion Volkanovski. Happy new year everyone.

@walkwithlenin3798 Жыл бұрын

I started knowing Volkanoski only after Islam called him out in Octagon after match of Islam vs Oliveria. Ever since I'm following Volk in social media and watching all fights of Volk. Im a big fan of Volkanoski ever since. Thanks UFC for building such a great athlete Volk.