We will have the opportunity to see another UFC show between Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski. The UFC 294 was supposed to feature the Russian and Charles Oliveira, but the Brazilian withdrew due to an injury.
Before Betting on Makhachev vs. Oliveira
Islam is ranked no.1 in the pound-for-pound standings, taking the throne from Volk after the UFC 284. That one was a close call, and even though the Russian won, we need to mention that if the fight lasted for a round or two, things could have been otherwise.
Makhachev didn’t enter the ring ever since. He currently has 24 wins in 25 appearances and a streak of 12 bouts without a loss. There aren’t too many guys in the MMA with a raw power like the Islam, but apart from that, he has excellent cardio and skill as well, especially when it comes to wrestling and grappling. We are certain that right now, he is by far the toughest wrestler in the lightweight division.
Volk is a relentless fighter whose octagon IQ is the highest of all the UFC fighters, with all due respect to each one. Volkanovski’s ability to adjust and modify his battle inside the ring is fantastic, and we saw that against Makhachev in their previous battle. As stated, if we had one more round, things might have ended differently.
Alexander the Great, as the fans call him, is one of the quickest guys in the UFC in terms of reaction and explosiveness. His counters are laser-precise, and his anticipation is equally impressive. The Aussie is well-rounded, with exceptional durability, and going toe-to-toe five rounds with Islam is the best possible proof.
Makhachev vs. Volkanovski UFC 294 Offshore Betting Odds
| Offshore Sportsbook | Makhachev | Volkanovski |
|---|---|---|
| BetOnline | 1.40 | 3.10 |
| MyBookie | 1.35 | 3.32 |
| BetUS | 1.38 | 3.10 |
| SportsBetting.ag | 1.40 | 3.10 |
| XBet | 1.35 | 3.32 |
The Russian has a huge advantage here. His preparations lasted for almost two months, while Volkanovski’s less than two weeks. The featherweight champ stepped in instead of Oliveira on short notice, and no matter how much we like him and have great respect, our pick here is Islam.
