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Demetrious Johnson Questions Why UFC Hasn’t Cut Movsar Evloev Despite Zero Finishes in 10 Wins

UFC flyweight contender Movsar Evloev will finally face Alexander Volkanovski for the title at UFC 333 on October 24, marking the culmination of a long climb to the top. Evloev, now 20-0 with 10 straight UFC wins, has built a resume featuring victories over notable fighters like Lerone Murphy, Diego Lopes, and Aljamain Sterling—but his path has been scrutinized for lacking finishes, with all 10 of his UFC wins decided by judges’ scorecards.

Despite his undefeated record, Evloev has never recorded a knockout or submission in the Octagon, a rarity for a title challenger in today’s promotion. His consistency has kept him in the fold, but it hasn’t matched the high-octane action the UFC often prioritizes when awarding title shots, as seen when Diego Lopes earned a rematch with Volkanovski after finishing Jean Silva at UFC 325.

Former UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson weighed in on the debate, questioning how Evloev remains active in the UFC without a single finish, especially when fighters like Michael ‘Venom’ Page—who went 5-1 without a knockout or submission—were recently released. Johnson highlighted the contrast, noting Evloev’s ability to win but the promotion’s apparent focus on spectacle over sheer dominance.

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