Volkanovski is there for everything. The money, the belt, the glory. Everything.

This fight is a lose lose for Islam to be honest. Even if he wins dominantly people will just discredit him because of the short notice.

So the “I gave him too much respect” is mutual. 😃

People have to stop talking shit about both fighters. Both are brilliant fighters and both took the fight on short notice, Respect to both

Where as islam is fighting for free.

For anyone to think Volk was just sitting on the couch the whole time is wrong . Volk been training getting back in the grove of fighting from his surgery and getting ready for his fight in January. Fighters stay in the gym to better their craft

Vibe i get from Volk is that he's coming out like a house on fire. The 1st RD will be huge IMO.

Props to the translator, very well done

Volk took it coz he knows its a win win for him, whereas islam is risking everything,for those saying islam wouldn't have done the same he just did he also took this fight on short notice and we all know that jon jones declined a short notice replacement

This guy is one of the most honest, hard working fighters ive ever watched as well as Volk. If anyone of them loses, it will be bitter sweet. Damn!

Gonna be really interesting to see what adjustments he & his team have come up with for getting Volk down & keeping him there.

He came at jon jones 😭 “ not your pfp champion when you give him chael sonnen”

They're trashing each other already I love it 😂❤

"I don't remember when Alex knocked out someone". Literally his last fight against Yair 😂

If anyone thinks volks is only taking this fight for money you're insane.

People don't get it. What Islam wants to convey is Alex took this fight mainly because UFC is paying him huge paycheck. Bigger than the first fight. Meanwhile he will get the respect of everyone whether he wins or loses. Since, Islam won the first fight, everybody expect him to win the rematch, not Alex.

I hope Chael will appreciate him slamming his fight with Jons while talking about the P4P ranking.

“I don’t remember the last time Volkanovski knocked someone out” it was three months ago bro

In my opinion, Alex has spoken very confidently about how he is ready to fight Islam at 2 weeks notice. Bare in mind, they are both fighting an opponent they were not expecting to fight. So whoever wins, I dont think the narrative should be that Alex came in out of shape and this be used as reasoning for why he loses. The guy is constantly training to fight afterall. If we were talking about a lesser athlete that didnt live and breathe MMA then maybe this would be the case. So if Alex loses then there is really no need for a third fight between these two men. If Islam dominates the fight, equally, the narrative shouldnt be that Alex came in unprepared. Islam will havw defended his title twice and won twice against the same challenger. Islam says that Alex is doing this for the money. I like looking up fighters net worth to see if this is true, as some of these fighters lower down the rankings aren't doing too well financially. Alex's net worth is at least 3 million. If you cant equate what this means in real terms, if he kept 2 million in a high interest savings account, Alex would generate 50k a year minimum doing absolutely nothing. Point being, he could retire now. A lot of these guys could. And never have to work again. This is about legacy for both guys. Both want the same thing and this is really high level competition. Respect to both fighters. Like them both.

I think he's right ... I mean I'd be pissed too. The whole concept of the fight was islam puts the title on the line, while volk puts pfp on the line. islam wins and doesnt change in the rankings. I know jones came back - and he's also right about that. i really don't think its gonna affect his performance though, he will just keep winning.

He’s still mad Jon Jones smoked his biggest cheerleader and made him cry

Islam makhachev is so original, you can see it.

Honestly feel like that first one was Volk's best chance. Islam learned a ton in that fight.

talking about Jon Jones and Chael Sonnen when you get a title shot after Bobby Green 😂

Jon jones somewhere right now like "meet me in the octagon"

Volks here for legacy, in terms of money he’s set for life already he dont need it

3rd round finish and still in sha Allah.

Jon Jones has been in the UFC longer than khabib and islam and has a better record so what is the problem?! These guys are lacking cells!

Damn he looks so calm

Volk was right, no way would Khabib let his boy fight on 12 days notice

So glad they got a new Russian translator in there bro is far more accurate than the guy they had before

Remember when Khabib said two weight world champion McGregor's only legacy was moneu? And when he said Max, looking to beat Khabib on short notice to become the double champ was also for money not legacy? Get similar vibes from that comment.

Islam looks nervous in every press conference, even before charles fight he looked nervous That's his nature

don't cut if you cry about not getting your weight back

2:27 I love the jab at Jon 'Pictograms' Jones.

2:34 he was being dead serious but I found that whole sequence hilarious

I love the fact that both of them are saying they had too much respect for the other guy. Sounds like we going to see alot of action.

Islam said about his last fight he doesn't have good time to recover. And now he has very good recover to fight Volk. If Islam loses in his very good recover, then Volk is a real G!!

There are millions of fans of khabib, Islam, khamzat chimaev and other all dagestani fighters just from India itself. Tons of love from 🇮🇳

The first round is going to be insane

I just don’t understand all the hate Islam gets

If Islam had to go up a weight class on short notice for the belt I’m pretty sure he would do it as well. Anyone would, I don’t understand how this is making volk a hero lol it’s a win win situation for him he will still have he’s featherweight belt regardless of the result on Saturday. Kamaru usman is doing exactly the same thing as volk.

Islam giving Jones shit for fighting chael when he literally got a title shot off bobby green on short notice . Dude has 2 wins in the top 15 and 3 of his top wins have been over people with no training camp .

Both guys are saying they showed to much respect in first fight. Boys we might be in for a good ol' head banger.

just excited to see the fight -- can't wait!!!!

5 minutes in and it feels like 20. Man this guy is fun to watch fight but a note to listen to.

People will just always find a way to discredit Islam.

I love the fact that Islam is thinking about surpassing Khabib. Of doing him one better. I love that would be the purest challenge anyone has ever taken because you know their relationship is true brotherhood. I was not a fan of Nigerians, nor of teammates not fighting teammates. I would respect Islam like crazy. Imagine challenging your brother... on that level. Also Khabib helping him along is and will be beautiful. And to cap it off it would only make their old man the prouder. Mashallah!

Great Champion, if his name is Michael Makhachev and born in USA many many more people will cherish him

Lots of salty Volk fans lol

When guys start flapping their gums about GOAT status, they usually lose focus and therefore lose belt.

I think this is the End for Volk and he’s lightweight title run, time to run back home to Australia.

I don't think that guy is after money he is after your head man

Sean O’Malley better learn from Islam and fight whoever UFC decides instead of cherry picking easy fights now that he’s champ

Is BJ Penn the only other guy who’s held the 55 and 70 belts? Lot of the double champs were smaller weight classes with only 10 lbs in between. Then higher weights I guess DC and jones?

Love volk but I hope Islam squashes him like a featherweight. The amount of haters Islam has for no reason is wild (and suspect) and it’s satisfying watching them drink their tears every time he wins

The fact that so many people hate this guy for no reason whatsoever, he has proven himself time and time again. He'# one of the most disciplined fighter of all time. But no, that will get fans hating you. You're the champ mate, ik you'll make it look easy.

I’ve been a ufc fan for years and I can honestly say Islam is about this life. Anytime anywhere and with anyone. He is a true champion. I believe him and what he represents as a fighter. All around great fighter and person. He backs up what he believes a champion fighter should do when you hold that title.

what is the quote they talk about?

Bro took shots at the GOAT 🐐 Jones 😮

It's pretty sad that you can't get your weight back on in 24 hours. That means you're wight bullying.

Very calm... and depleted

hahahaha "when number 2 beat number 1 he should become number 1" "when has Volk knocked someone out?" Islam lowkey a comedian

The one guy you can be sure is never there just for the money is Volkanovski. He’s a hyper competitor.

I just want Makhachev to get KTFO once more. Let’s go Volk!!!

12:07 Maclife - The headline is misleading. I think it is delibrate. Language can be a barrier and the media can jump on it. In Russian, he said he felt Volk was a great fighter and that he's not only fighting for money but for legacy. You cut it out. Well done. 😑

Dafuk is Islam talking about lollll.

Volk is there for the WIN!!!!

He is as entertaining as a wet blanket.

I'm really sad that Khabib won't be around his corner😢 he gave their reason but come on he can just attend the top fights or something, it will surely be easier for him when Khabib is coaching volk is a tough tough motherfucker Watching from Nigeria 🇳🇬💚

C'mon damn 😅 Islam knows damn well Jones resume shyts all over his, & Khabibs lmao. He really needs to stop 🛑😂😂😂

Sounds like he’s getting exhausted from just talking lol

Sick Translator, every word is on point

I belt on volk last fight when he was a bigger underdog with all the advantages so this time the house on Islam who has the advantages and won last time anyway!

Hasn't Jon defended a ufc title more times than Islam has had ufc fights so how can he think he is p4p and Jon's won a title in two weight classes

The calmness of Islam is NEXT LEVEL...

I hate it when they say ‘he does it for money’ like brother this is your job

anyone know the Islam quote the media guy was talking about?

i really would give 1 year of my life to see volk winning

“Everyone wants to knock me out in the octagon, I stop them all “ well mate you didn’t stop them ALL haven’t you 😂

I think Charles should fight Volk, and the winner gets a chance against Islam, meanwhile Islam should be fighting Colby.

Islam is such a genuine guy just like Khabib a role model for everyone 💯

Gonna be another great fight I'm sure. Unfortunate that people won't give Islam credit win or lose but I'm confident he has this.

A real warrior..

Keep that same energy Islam , if there was no ref in the last fight this bloke would be dead , he was gassed and dazed in round 5. If that continues for another 2 minutes his bloody dead! So stop talking shit mate it’s also crazy because Khabib used that same line against Connor McGregor “ if there’s no ref what you think happen “ yeah boys we remember

I remember Khabib was saying it to Max Holloway when Max was stepping in short Notice! The fight we never got to see…, Khabib said “Max is here to make money, he doesn’t believe he can beat me” and Max was “ ur the best fighter , and I’m here to beat you, how is this not a Legacy fight?” That fight would’ve been Crazy…! And the only guy to beat Max been Volk and they had to fight 3 times to make sure… and Volk in my opinion beat Islam last time! “He is here to make money” is their thing now I guess!…

I understand why he thinks the p4p rankings are crap, but he needs to realize they only kept Volk where he was because he moved UP a weight class and stuffed take downs and performed extremely well against what many consider one of the strongest fighters in that division. However you feel about the decision it was the kind of performance that showed that Volk easily belongs at the top spot in the lightweight division which is WHY they kept his spot in the p4p list.

this is just psychological warfare

I have a feeling their is going to be a finish by ko this fight and the way volk talking I’m thinking before the championship rounds

He said he showed respect the first time. Lol look at his face compared to volk after the fight

How the hell he remains so calm..... Inshallah And Still....Hope he gets the finish this time....He needs to submit him.....Lets go Mackachev...You got this one......

Interesting to see islam fight colby tho . Would like to see that contest belt or not

The fight itself is almost entirely in Volkanovski's favor. He loses, no belts -> but can win a second one, he gains notoriety, gains viewers and gains fans for the future. Earns a lot of money, increases his income for the next fights. Even if he loses the fight, no one is angry with him, everyone says it was because of lack of preparation, because of the difference in size and weight. He kept his belt anyway and became much, much better known.

Holy shit this dude says he’s humble? 😅 dudes delusional

I’m going for Islam for the second win! Now I’m going to enjoy the silences for when he wins again and I’m also going to be waiting for “comment flies” to land in my dead post web for when he loses 🕷️ 🕸️ .

Jones is hands down the #1 p4p no doubt about it

Jones was beating world class guys after a week of partying and coke. He's absolutely the p4p number 1 😂😂😂

Didnt volk tko yair? Islam is not Yair but he literally tko'd his last opponent.

pro tip. watch this at 1.5x speed!

this guy is the truth , never lies or tries to deceive anyone . Listen to him talk . I believe he underestimated Volk and knows now that it was wrong to mock your opponent about his size . This fight is going to be more serious .