Henry Cejudo on Makhachev vs Volkanowski: Alex needs more time to face Islam Makhachev

Islam Makhachev recently became the UFC Lightweight Champion by defeating Charles Oliveira.

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Along with this, the pictures of the contestants of the next lightweight title bout are also clearly visible.

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More recently, UFC President Dana White named Volkanowski as the contender for the next lightweight title bout.

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After defeating Oliveira, Islam and Volkanowski almost confirmed the contenders for the next lightweight title bout

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The current UFC featherweight title champion is Australian MMA fighter Alexander Volkanowski.

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Recently promoted to the lightweight weight category, Volkanowski will have to face Islam Makhachev

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Former UFC Champion Henry Cejudo advises Volkanowski on preparations to fight Islam Makhachev

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“I don't understand why they're doing Australia in February. So damn early, but

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what you are gonna need, Alexander – I know you have skills, but going up against a guy like this,

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you're gonna need a lot more than four months. You’re gonna need the right training partners and the right

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coaches.” Henry Cejudo said about Volkanowski preparedness to fight Islam Makhachev on his YouTube channel.

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