Lerone Murphy: Alexander Volkanovski tempting fate, 'best years are behind him'
Lerone Murphy thinks UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is no longer in his prime.
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is no longer at the peak of his powers, according to fighter Lerone Murphy. Volkanovski suffered a defeat against Ilia Topuria by knockout and then lost two straight stoppage losses after rematching Islam Makhachev. However, Volkanovski reclaimed his 145-pound title by defeating Diego Lopes twice.
Despite Volkanovski's recent success, Murphy believes his best years are behind him. He stated, "Everybody's human. Everybody's human. Everyone's got a time, and I think his best years are behind him now." Murphy thinks someone will likely defeat Volkanovski in the coming fights, as there are many dangerous fighters in the division.
However, he acknowledges Volkanovski's dominance in the past and wishes him the best in future fights. The main event of UFC 333, where Volkanovski will defend his title against Movsar Evloev, will take place on October 24 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
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