After losing his short-notice debut to Movsar Evloev in a valiant effort at UFC 288, Lopes (26-6 MMA, 5-1 UFC) has won five straight fights, most recently dominating former title challenger Brian Ortega at UFC 306.

Alexander Volkanovski can become UFC featherweight champion again without avenging his loss to Ilia Topuria. UFC CEO Dana White announced Wednesday evening that Volkanovski will fight Diego Lopes for the vacant title at UFC 314.

At UFC 314, Alexander Volkanovski faces Diego Lopes for the vacant featherweight title. The post “I Will Not Fail”- Diego Lopes Hits Back at Alexander Volkanovski’s ‘Dangerous’ Reminder After UFC 314 Announcement appeared first on EssentiallySports.