At UFC 298 Alexander Volkanovski’s era has come to an end. Throughout the battle, Ilia Topuria kept his word and demonstrated why he was among the top UFC fighters in his class. In the second round of their bout, Ilia Topuria successfully knocked out Alexander Volkanovski to win the UFC featherweight championship.

The recently minted champion Ilia Topuria stated in a post-fight interview that he would want to see a UFC event held in his native Spain. Next, Topuria yelled, “Conor McGregor, If you still have some balls, I will be waiting for you in Spain,” addressing the former UFC two-division champion.

Topuria has stated unequivocally that he wants the UFC to be held in Spain and that he wants to take against Conor McGregor, one of the greatest UFC prospects ever. “Trust yourself,” Topuria remarked in response to his sentiments about winning the UFC featherweight title. Put forth endless effort in your work. If you have faith, everything is possible.

What’s next for Alexander Volkanovski?

Alexander “The Great” Volkanovski established himself as one of the best UFC champions of all time with his incredible championship run. Alexander Volkanovski answered when asked what he thought would come next after the battle.

“He (Ilia Topuria) keeps mentioning Spain maybe we can have a rematch there next,” Volkanovski said. After falling short of Ilia Topuria and losing the UFC Featherweight championship at UFC 298 to Alexander Volkanovski, the fighter wanted an instant rematch.

Alexander Volkanovski suffered his first professional defeat at the hands of UFC star Islam Makhachev. Later, in their rematch at UFC 294—a first for Volkanovski—Makachev handed him his first UFC knockout loss.

At UFC 298 Makhachev was routing Volaknovski. Following his loss at the hands of Ilia Topuria, he shared his opinions about Alexander. “Without a doubt, Alex is among the best champions in the FW class. Remain positive and make a powerful return!

Islam Makhachev shared his thoughts on Twitter. Islam Makhachev even praised Ilia Topuria for his outstanding effort, saying, “Well done, бидЩo, on your newfound victory!”