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Alexander Volkov Predicts Upcoming UFC Heavyweight Fights

UFC heavyweight contender Alexander Volkov weighed in on two high-profile upcoming bouts in the division, offering his predictions ahead of the title defense and a potential knockout clash. At UFC 334 in November, reigning champion Ciryl Gane will face Josh Hokit in his first title defense, a fight Volkov believes Gane holds a slight edge in but acknowledges the unpredictability of the sport.

Volkov even hinted at a future title shot against Hokit, calling it a favorable path if the challenger wins his upcoming match. Meanwhile, Volkov also shared his thoughts on the December showdown at UFC 335, where former two-division champion Alex Pereira takes on knockout artist Sergei Pavlovich.

Volkov suggested Pereira may struggle against Pavlovich’s punching power, potentially ending a losing streak for the Brazilian. With Tom Aspinall’s recent vacating of the title due to injury, the heavyweight division is set for a busy stretch, featuring three marquee fights over the next two months, including Volkov’s own bout against Rizvan Kuniev at UFC 333 later this month.

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