: Makhachev ended all doubt by landing a perfectly timed left head kick in the first round.
Their first bout is widely regarded as an all-time classic. Makhachev, the Lightweight champion, traveled to Volkanovski's home turf in Australia. UFC: Makhachev vs Volkanovski
: After the kick dropped Volkanovski, Makhachev followed up with ground strikes, ending the fight at 3:06 of Round 1 to retain his title . UFC 284: Makhachev vs Volkanovski Results : Makhachev ended all doubt by landing a
: It was a grueling five-round battle where Volkanovski, the Featherweight champion moving up in weight, shocked many by effectively neutralizing much of Makhachev’s wrestling. the Lightweight champion
The second fight came together under dramatic circumstances after Charles Oliveira was forced to withdraw due to injury just 11 days before the event.