Volkov vs Almeida Prediction
💪 On October 25, Abu Dhabi will host the major UFC 321 event. Among the fighters is top Russian heavyweight Alexander Volkov. His opponent, "Drago," will face Brazilian Jailton Almeida. This bout is considered a contender fight in the heavyweight division. But who will emerge victorious? Find out in the prediction below!
H2H Stats Fights and Previous Results
Alexander Volkov Player Overview
Alexander Volkov, a 36-year-old Russian fighter, boasts a record of 38-11. Known as "Drago," he's an experienced striker and a former Bellator champion who has been competing in the UFC since 2016. Volkov has showcased impressive winning streaks but has consistently fallen just short of a title shot. His record includes losses to heavyweight contenders like Derrick Lewis, Curtis Blaydes, and Tom Aspinall. Since June 2022, Volkov has been in excellent form, securing four consecutive victories. However, in December 2024 at UFC 310, he suffered a controversial defeat in a rematch against Ciryl Gane.
Match Results: Alexander Volkov
Jailton Almeida Player Overview
The 34-year-old Brazilian fighter, Jailton Almeida, boasts a record of 22-3. He's an up-and-coming grappler rapidly gaining traction in the UFC's heavyweight division. In 2022, he caught Dana White's attention with a submission victory over Nasrudin Nasrudinov at DWCS, earning himself a contract with the organization. Almeida has been active in the UFC; since February 2022, he has stepped into the octagon nine times, suffering only one loss to Curtis Blaydes by knockout. The Brazilian quickly bounced back with a submission win over Alexandr Romanov and a first-round knockout of Sergey Spivak.
Match Results: Jailton Almeida
Latest news
Alexander Volkov
Volkov on the fight with Almeida:
"He was wrong to challenge me so persistently because he did it at the worst possible time for him, when I'm objectively in great shape. So he should withdraw from the fight while he still can. The best fight is the one that never happens. He should think about that."
Jailton Almeida
Almeida on the bout with Volkov:
“I'm prepared to fight as if a championship belt is on the line. We've already analyzed his style, his strengths, and weaknesses. The only remaining concern is the weather in Abu Dhabi. That's why we're planning to arrive a week earlier than usual.”
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Bookmakers favor Jailton Almeida in the upcoming bout against Alexander Volkov. However, underestimating "Drago" would be a mistake. Volkov has shown significant improvement in his takedown defense and has notably increased his physical strength, allowing him to stand his ground more confidently against grapplers. We believe this will be the key factor for Volkov's success. In striking, Alexander, with his karate background, is likely to dismantle the Brazilian.
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