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UFC 333 takeaways: Alexander Volkanovski just ended the featherweight GOAT debate

Alexander Volkanovski secured his ninth title victory at the featherweight limit, a record for the division, by knocking out an undefeated challenger in the second round. The 38-year-old demonstrated elite performance levels that defy typical age-related decline, effectively settling the debate over the greatest featherweight in UFC history.

His dominance marks a significant milestone in his decade-long tenure with the promotion, where he continues to defeat top-tier opponents with apparent ease.

In the event's main event, Petr Yan reclaimed the championship by defeating Merab Dvalishvili in the third installment of their trilogy. Dvalishvili attempted 19 takedowns in the first two rounds, completing five, but his offensive output collapsed in the final three frames, where he tried 39 more takedowns without success.

Yan capitalized on this shift, delivering significant striking damage while Dvalishvili remained upright, to secure a decisive victory that solidifies his status as the current champion.

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