The MMA world seems to be at a division with the decision of the Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski lightweight title fight. According to the judges, Islam Makhachev outpointed Alexander Volkanovski to a unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 49-46) victory.
Twitter Reacts to Islam/Volk Lightweight Title Scorecards
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Alexander Volkanovski, who suffered just his second defeat in his professional career, took to Twitter and expressed his opinion about the decision.
Just watched the fight, I definitely think I won 2,3 and 5. Surprised I didn’t get my hand raised! Let’s do the rematch, anywhere, anytime! 👊
— Alex Volkanovski (@alexvolkanovski) February 12, 2023
The lightweight champ put out a similar comment, making a joke of Volkanovski’s tweet.
Just watched the tape, and have to be fair, out of 25 minutes Volk got last 1 minute!
— Makhachev Islam (@MAKHACHEVMMA) February 12, 2023
MMA icon and now free agent, Nate Diaz, took to social media and gave his nod to the featherweight champion.
Yeah right Islam got his asss whooped
— Nathan Diaz (@NateDiaz209) February 12, 2023
Long time UFC commentator and MMA personality, Joe Rogan, expressed his opinion in favor towards Volkanovski.
Joe Rogan says Alexander Volkanovski should’ve been the winner against Islam Makhachev #UFC284 pic.twitter.com/vUkN3PRW0r
— SOUND (@itsavibe) February 12, 2023
Number 4 ranked featherwerght Arnold Allen also gave his nod to the featherweight king.
Volkanovski won that fight
— Arnold billy allen (@Arnoldbfa) February 12, 2023
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