Malhadinho celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
Jailton Malhadinho showed that opponents in combat sports don't have to be enemies. This Saturday (25), in Abu Dhabi (UAE), the Brazilian faces Alexander Volkov , in an extremely important duel in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg), and not only did he share the same space as his opponent before the fight, but he also expressed his respect for him.
On Tuesday (21), Jailton crossed paths with the two-meter-tall Russian giant at the hotel that the UFC reserves for the event's athletes staying during fight week, and the interaction was friendly. So much so that the pair, both of large physiques, drew attention when posing side by side for photos. In fact, Malhadinho approved of Volkov's posture and behavior, making a point of praising him on social media.
“Almeida (handshake) Volkov. Nice guy!” wrote the Brazilian on his official 'X' account.
Belt is right there
At UFC 321, Jailton Malhadinho has a golden opportunity to get closer to a heavyweight title shot. To do so, the Brazilian, ranked fifth in the division, simply needs to defeat Alexander Volkov , ranked second, on the main card of the event. He currently has two consecutive wins.
Almeida Volkov
Nice guy! pic.twitter.com/sziAl0aeNV— Jailton Almeida “Malhadinho” (@Malhadinho_UFC) October 21, 2025
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