Volkanovski Defeats Lopes to Reclaim Featherweight Title
Alexander Volkanovski defeated Diego Lopes by unanimous decision at UFC 314 on April 12, 2025, reclaiming the UFC featherweight title. The judges scored the five-round fight 48–47, 49–46 and 49–46 at Kaseya Center in Miami.
Volkanovski wins the title back
Lopes brought forward pressure and dangerous striking, while Volkanovski used footwork and combinations to manage the distance. The former champion regained the belt after Ilia Topuria vacated it to move to lightweight. Lopes remained competitive, but Volkanovski’s work over five rounds secured the decision.
A five-round decision
The result made Volkanovski a two-time featherweight champion and ended the interim framing used in the pre-fight preview. Lopes left without the title but strengthened his standing with a competitive performance against one of the division’s most accomplished fighters.
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