Volkanovski defeats Zumbi Coreano and defends featherweight belt with knockout and gala performance at UFC 273

A. Volkanovski (right) defeated Z. Coreano (left) in the UFC 273. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Simply impeccable. In the main fight of UFC 273, held this Saturday (9), in Jacksonville (USA), Alexander Volkanovsky He once again proved that he deserves to be at the top of the featherweight division (up to 65,7kg) in the company. Opponent of Chan sung jung, or 'Korean zombie', the Australian took no notice of his opponent and completely nullified the challenger, imposing harsh punishment until he achieved a knockout in the fourth round.

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With the result, Volkanovski takes an important step towards his legacy in the category. Now, the fighter reaches his third title defense. In addition to his personal achievement, the Australian reached the impressive mark of 21 consecutive victories in MMA.

No chance against Alexander, Korean zombie He showed strength, but was unable to 'break the bank' in the clash. The challenge in UFC 273 It marked the athlete's second attempt to take over the throne of the under-65,7kg category. In 2013, the athlete had his first chance, but ended up beaten by the then champion José Aldo.

The fight

The confrontation began with the Korean zombie taking the initiative with a low kick, which went empty. Volkanovski responded with a high kick, shaking the challenger. In the center of the octagon, the fighters tested each other, throwing jabs, straight shots and kicks. Halfway through the round, the champion began to loosen up and hit his opponent with jabs and clean rights to the face. Near the final minute, Alex shook his opponent with a combination of crosses, but Jung showed courage and continued walking forward. Near the end of the stage, Volkanovski managed a providential fall, but Sung managed to get up quickly. In the final seconds, the champion managed to knock his opponent down with a cross, but there was no more time.

In the second round, Chan risked the first attack, with a jab. The champion responded immediately, with a series of low kicks. After just over a minute, Volkanovski shook his rival with a clean cross to the face. The Zombie showed courage and refused to fall. Halfway through the round, a straight shot from Alex left his opponent reeling. The Australian went forward and, on top, tried to settle the score with ground and pound. Jung managed to stay on his feet, but the belt owner didn't give him space. In the final minute, Alex managed a takedown, but, again, Chan surprised with his resistance and got up. The round ended with the athletes exchanging blows in the center of the octagon.

The third stage began with Volkanovski launching a high kick, which stopped in his rival's guard. O Korean zombie responded with a combination of crosses. The challenger found a good moment and tried to surprise the champion with rights and jabs. Alex found himself at a distance again and attacked his opponent with jabs, increasing his score. Next, the Australian went to his legs and attempted a takedown, but his opponent defended well. Jung continued to walk forward, but received blows from the champion. In the final seconds, the Australian surprised his opponent with a straight shot. O Korean zombie collapsed, but ended up saved by the bell.

In the fourth round, Volkanovski remained aggressive. The champion threw jabs, straight shots and kicks, to try to shake his opponent. With less than a minute left, the Australian hit his opponent again, who showed no reaction. Realizing the challenger's condition, referee Herb Dean chose to stop the fight.