Renato Moicano backs Alexander Volkanovski's bid for Justin Gaethje fight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Renato Moicano expressed support for Alexander Volkanovski's move to challenge Justin Gaethje in the lightweight division. Volkanovski, following his victory over Movsar Evloev at UFC 333, is considering moving up to 155 pounds to face Gaethje. While acknowledging potential disruption to both the featherweight and lightweight divisions, Moicano emphasized the fight's entertainment value. He indicated that while Arman Tsarukyan is the top contender for a lightweight title shot, a matchup between Volkanovski and Gaethje holds greater fan interest. Moicano is set to appear in the main event at UFC Fight Night 292 against Tom Nolan.
- •Volkanovski defeated Movsar Evloev at UFC 333.
- •Moicano supports Volkanovski moving up for the superfight.
- •Tsarukyan is the clear No. 1 contender in lightweight.
- •Moicano will fight Tom Nolan at UFC Fight Night 292.
- •Volkanovski previously fought for the lightweight title twice.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — UFC lightweight contender supports Alexander Volkanovski vs. Justin Gaethje
"Alexander Volkanovski wants to fight Justin Gaethje, and Renato Moicano loves the idea.
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