Alexander Volkanovski

Alexander 'The Great' Volkanovski is one of the greatest featherweights in MMA history. A former rugby player from Australia, he climbed to the UFC title by beating Max Holloway — the first of three wins over the legend — and defended the belt repeatedly against the division's best with a pressure-fighting style built on elite cardio, punishing low kicks, and exceptional fight IQ.

He twice moved up to challenge lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, including a famous short-notice bid, and though he came up short both times, the gutsiness only grew his legend. After briefly losing the featherweight title to Ilia Topuria, he reclaimed it — cementing a career defined by consistency, toughness, and a willingness to fight anyone, which is exactly why fans adore him.