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Alex Volkanovski Impressed by Rising UFC Star Kevin Vallejos

UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski has singled out 24-year-old Argentine prospect Kevin Vallejos as one of the most exciting talents in the division. Vallejos, who holds a 4-0 record in the UFC after joining the promotion last year, previously earned his contract through Dana White’s Contender Series with a knockout win over Cam Teague in 2024, following an earlier decision loss to Jean Silva.

His next challenge arrives at UFC Qatar, where he will face former UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling—a fight that could redefine his career and fast-track him toward a title shot. Volkanovski, speaking ahead of his own title defense against Movsar Evloev at UFC 333, praised Vallejos’ potential, calling him a standout among rising stars like Silva and Sterling.

A victory over Sterling would mark a major leap forward, proving Vallejos can compete with elite experience and fight IQ. The featherweight division’s next title challenger could emerge from this clash, with Vallejos’ performance in Qatar determining whether he joins the conversation as a top contender.

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