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Lost and found: Alexander Volkanovski recapturing the title at UFC 314 a reminder of rare greatness

What’s old is new again in the UFC’s featherweight division, and anyone traumatized by the wars of old suffered a major flashback at UFC 314. Alexander Volkanovski didn’t just show up to see what was left in the tank in Miami; he showed up to call us all gossips. Alarmists.

People who must’ve forgot.

Alexander “The Still Great” Volkanovski put on a masterclass performance in beating Diego Lopes to win back the featherweight title. He looked exactly like the vintage Volkanovski. Exceedingly smart. Lighting quick, with all his trademark sock and pop.