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Alex Volkanovski praises Kevin Vallejos ahead of UFC Qatar fight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 5:21 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Alex Volkanovski praises Kevin Vallejos ahead of UFC Qatar fight

Summary

UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski expressed admiration for rising star Kevin Vallejos, who is 4-0 in the UFC. Vallejos, 24, will face former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling next month at UFC Qatar, a match that could elevate him in the featherweight rankings. Volkanovski highlighted Vallejos's potential but acknowledged the challenge posed by veteran fighters like Sterling. The outcome of this fight may determine if Vallejos can secure a title shot in the competitive division.

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By the Numbers

•Alex Volkanovski praises Kevin Vallejos's performance in the UFC.
•Vallejos holds a 4-0 record in the promotion since joining.
•He will fight Aljamain Sterling next month at UFC Qatar.
•An impressive win could earn Vallejos a title shot.
•Volkanovski is scheduled to defend his title against Movsar Evloev soon.

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5:21 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Volkanovski Impressed by Rising UFC Star Kevin Vallejos

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UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski says that he has been very impressed by rising young star Kevin Vallejos.Just 24 years of age, Vallejos is a top featherweight prospect out of Argentina who is already 4-0 in the UFC since joining the promotion just last year. He previously competed twice on Dana White’s Contender Series, losing […] The post Alex Volkanovski Impressed by Rising UFC Star Kevin Vallejos appeared first on HEAVY.
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