Alexander Volkanovski presses for Justin Gaethje retirement fight after UFC 333 win; Dana White reacts

Key Points:

• Alexander Volkanovski set a new UFC featherweight record with nine title fight wins after defending his title twice since April 2025, including a second-round knockout of undefeated contender Movsar Evloev at UFC 333.
• UFC CEO Dana White praised Volkanovski's dominance and aggressive fighting style, highlighting his ability to defeat younger top contenders despite being 38 years old.
• Volkanovski has previously attempted to win lightweight gold twice and is considering one more lightweight title shot, potentially against current champion Justin Gaethje.
• White expressed willingness to accommodate Volkanovski's future fight desires, emphasizing the champion's legendary status and accomplishments.
• Volkanovski indicated he is taking his career fight-by-fight and is open to making a potential lightweight superfight with Gaethje his final bout, retiring regardless of the outcome to avoid holding up the division.