215-Pound Size Difference? Alexander Volkanovski Guillotines Eagles Lineman Jordan Mailata
Alexander Volkanovski just tricked a Super Bowl-winning offensive lineman during a grappling session, going into a quick guillotine to neutralize the size difference.
Technique in martial arts is supposed to bridge physical gaps, but former UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski just took that concept to an absolute extreme. Standing 5-foot-6 and competing at 145 pounds, the Australian superstar recently shared the mat with fellow Aussie and Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Jordan Mailata, a 6-foot-8, 365-pound titan.
Despite giving up 220 pounds and more than a foot in height, Volkanovski proved why elite martial arts training routinely trumps raw size. The encounter took place as part of a fun crossover athletic challenge featuring punch-machine tests, body shots, and a friendly grappling round.
Knowing he stood zero chance of outmuscling an NFL Super Bowl champion, "The Great" mapped out a sneaky tactical plan before the action even started.
“There ain't no chance that I'm actually gonna hold him down,” Volkanovski admitted ahead of the round. “I might be able to get a submission, so I'm gonna try and go guillotine off the get-go.”
Brains over Brawn
Volkanovski played it sly, setting up from a front headlock position and telling Mailata he just had to work his way back to his feet. The moment they engaged, Volkanovski immediately attacked the neck, wrapping up a deep guillotine choke.
Mailata put his absurd NFL strength on display by picking Volkanovski completely off the ground mid-submission. But Volkanovski’s grip and leverage were unbreakable. Hanging on tight, the featherweight veteran dragged the 365-pound lineman back down to the canvas, tightened his hips, and cranked the choke until Mailata had no choice but to tap out.
It was classic Volkanovski, tactical, calm, and hilariously effective. Holding a 28-4 professional MMA record with five successful UFC title defenses, the Wollongong native built his legendary career on outsmarting opponents. Even when facing a 215-pound size disadvantage, "The Great" proved that leverage and positioning beat brute force every single time.
