Tommy McMillen claims he can beat Alexander Volkanovski in UFC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 4:06 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Tommy McMillen, an undefeated UFC featherweight prospect, expressed confidence in his ability to defeat reigning champion Alexander Volkanovski. During an appearance on the One Night with Steiny podcast, McMillen stated that he sees no path to victory for Volkanovski and believes he can best any opponent at 145 pounds. McMillen remains open to a matchup with Volkanovski should the UFC offer adequate financial incentives. McMillen, currently with an 11-0 record, is riding a wave of momentum after setting a UFC record for significant strikes landed in a three-round fight.
- •McMillen has an 11-0 MMA record.
- •He set a record with 513 significant strikes in a recent fight.
- •Volkanovski has defended his title multiple times before losing it to Ilia Topuria in 2024.
- •Volkanovski is expected to face Movsar Evloev next.
- •McMillen seeks a fight with Volkanovski for the right price.
- 4:06 AMYahoo Sports — UFC prospect Tommy McMillen claims Alexander Volkanovski cannot beat him
"Tommy McMillen claims Alexander Volkanovski has no path to victory against him.
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