Movsar Evloev prepares for title shot against Alexander Volkanovski on October 24
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 3:04 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Movsar Evloev faces Alexander Volkanovski for the UFC featherweight title at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on October 24. Evloev, with a professional record of 20-0, earned this opportunity after defeating Lerone Murphy at UFC London. However, his history of winning by decision rather than finishes has led UFC legends Jose Aldo and Demetrious Johnson to express doubts about his marketability. Aldo suggested that Evloev should not hold a title shot without providing more entertainment, even contemplating cutting him from the UFC after a loss. The fight presents a critical moment for Evloev to address these concerns and potentially enhance his standing in the promotion.
- •Evloev is undefeated with a 20-0 record entering the title fight.
- •He earned the title shot after defeating Lerone Murphy at UFC London.
- •All 10 of Evloev's UFC wins have gone to the judges.
- •Jose Aldo criticized Evloev's decision-heavy style and suggested he might not deserve the title shot.
- •Demetrious Johnson questioned how Evloev remains in the UFC without finishes.
- 3:04 AMYahoo Sports — After Demetrious Johnson, Jose Aldo Makes Brutal Suggestion About Movsar Evloev’s UFC Future
"Movsar Evloev is finally getting his long-awaited shot at featherweight gold when he takes on Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on October 24. The undefeated Russian earned his title opportunity with a win over Lerone Murphy at UFC London, taking his professional record to 20-0 and moving one step closer to becoming …
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