Changes are underway concerning the featherweight division as Ilia Topuria will more likely vacate the title; this has led to the question of who can now legitimize the featherweight division after Ilia's departure, and among the names raised are Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes.
Analysis of Alexander Volkanovski Alexander Volkanovski is a very good and well-rounded fighter, with experience in MMA as a litmus test for a fighter because he has been through the rigors of competition and enjoys a very successful career, from which he garnered quite a good reputation for a record of 25 wins and only 1 loss.
Analysis of Alexander Volkanovski Alexander Volkanovski also had the opportunity to hold the featherweight title before and has defended the belt several times. He is very well-rounded.
Analysis of Alexander Volkanovski Alexander Volkanovski can stand and trade blows, grapple, ultimately psychologically torture you with pressure and wrestling. He has shown himself a true distraction, very well in the spotlight, to say the least.
Analysis of Diego Lopes Diego Lopes is another talented fighter that has begun establishing his name in the featherweight division. His record is 20 wins, 3 losses, but unbalanced in its majority by knockouts and submissions.
Analysis of Diego Lopes Lopes is known for his aggressiveness in the cage, which has made him a fearsome opponent. He has demonstrated his ability to adapt between different game plans throughout his career, having faced a long list of opponents.
Reactivating the Featherweight Division To get a fighter to become the dominant champion after the possible exodus of Ilia Topuria, one will need to build up a good winning record along with breathtaking victories and be one who can capture attention and draw interest to the division, essentially fighting other top contenders.
To bring the featherweight division back on track would be excusable under two words: fading and urgent, especially with the probable absetting of Ilia Topuria leaving an empty seat on the upper tier of the division.