Alexander Volkanovski gives the green light for a super fight against Justin Gaethje in the UFC.

Volkanovski promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Alexander Volkanovski hasn't given up on the idea of ​​winning a second UFC belt. Defeated by Islam Makhachev on both occasions when he moved up a weight class to compete for the lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg), the Australian is once again showing interest in another attempt. This time, the possible target would be the current champion of the division , Justin Gaethje.

In a video posted on his YouTube channel, Volkanovski indicated that he would accept the challenge without hesitation and highlighted the appeal of the confrontation, mentioning the possibility of a duel between two experienced fighters.

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“People ask me if I would do it (fight Gaethje), of course I would. Two 38-year-old guys facing off in the lightweight division,” said Volkanovski.

Besides their age, Alexander Volkanovski and Justin Gaethje have the same number of career wins, 28 each. However, the champions exhibit completely different fighting styles in the octagon. While the Australian bases his dominance on volume and strategic precision, totaling 13 knockout wins and 11 by decision, the American is synonymous with extreme aggression, registering an impressive 21 knockout wins and only 6 by judges' decision.

The disparity in defense and striking efficiency also sets the athletes' styles apart. Volkanovski displays greater tactical solidity by absorbing less damage and maintaining a striking defense close to 59%, contrasting with Gaethje's straightforward style, who lands a slightly higher average of strikes per minute (6,29 versus 6,18), but takes more risks with a defense of only 50%.

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