Age is just a number, or is it? Alexander Volkanovski, the UFC featherweight champion, at 35 years old, is facing the young and exciting Ilia Topuria, who is only 27. The age factor has been a focal point leading up to their showdown at UFC 298. Can Volkanovski prove himself as an exception to the 35-year-old rule in the world of MMA, or will he pass the torch to the rising star Topuria?
ESPN ranks Volkanovski at No. 3 in the pound-for-pound list, with Topuria not far behind at No. 5 in the featherweight division. Volkanovski boasts an impressive record of five successful featherweight title defenses and six UFC featherweight title wins, making him one of the most dominant fighters in the division. However, his recent loss to UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has raised questions about his ability to maintain his reign. On the other hand, Topuria, with a perfect 14-0 record, has been making waves with his performances inside the Octagon.
The Co-Main Event
In addition to the highly anticipated main event, fans can also look forward to the co-main event between former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker and former title challenger Paulo Costa. Whittaker, ranked No. 3 in the world at middleweight by ESPN, will be looking to solidify his position in the division against the tough and determined Costa.
The fight card for UFC 298 is stacked with exciting matchups across multiple weight classes. From the men’s featherweight championship bout between Volkanovski and Topuria to the middleweight clash between Whittaker and Costa, fans can expect a night full of adrenaline-pumping action. With fighters like Geoff Neal, Ian Machado Garry, Merab Dvalishvili, Henry Cejudo, Amanda Lemos, Mackenzie Dern, and many more set to compete, the event promises to deliver fireworks inside the Octagon.
UFC 298 is shaping up to be a thrilling event, with the age factor adding an intriguing element to the main event matchup between Volkanovski and Topuria. Whether experience and wisdom will triumph over youth and vigor remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure – the fights are guaranteed to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
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