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Volkanovski-Lopes Rematch Set for UFC 325 in Sydney

11/28/2025

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The UFC 325 card on January 31, 2026, in Sydney, Australia, features a rematch between featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes.
The rematch follows Volkanovski's victory over Lopes at UFC 314 in April.
Diego Lopes is ranked No. 2 in featherweight and recently defeated Jean Silva by TKO.
Movsar Evloev expressed disappointment at missing the chance to fight Volkanovski.
Lerone Murphy criticized the focus on popularity over skill.

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Story summary

The UFC 325 card on January 31, 2026, in Sydney, Australia, features a rematch between featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes.
The rematch follows Volkanovski's victory over Lopes at UFC 314 in April.
Diego Lopes is ranked No. 2 in featherweight and recently defeated Jean Silva by TKO.
Movsar Evloev expressed disappointment at missing the chance to fight Volkanovski.
Lerone Murphy criticized the focus on popularity over skill.