Excitement among fans for this highly anticipated bout has already built, as Evloev\u2019s undefeated record could be broken by arguably the greatest featherweight of all time, Volkanovski. Now, their final face-off at the ceremonial weigh-ins, after both successfully made weight, has raised the anticipation even more, and fans have shared their reactions.<\/p>\n
Fans react to Alexander Volkanovski and Movsar Evloev\u2019s final staredown<\/p>\n
Following the respectful final face-off, Red Corner MMA shared the footage on its Instagram account, which sparked a wave of reactions from the MMA community, with many finding it difficult to choose a winner because of the respect both fighters have shown throughout fight week.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n One fan summed up the matchup perfectly, writing, \u201cIt’s one of those fights where u want both guys to win.\u201d<\/p>\n Another fan appeared ready to see Evloev make history, commenting, \u201cReady to make new gif for Movsar as a champion.\u201d<\/p>\n The respectful atmosphere between the two fighters also caught fans\u2019 attention. One wrote, \u201cLove when these athletes are gentlemen as well!.\u201d<\/p>\n However, Volkanovski still had plenty of support heading into the title defense. One fan admitted, \u201cWant both to win. But rooting for Volk.\u201d<\/p>\n Another supporter raised concerns about Volkanovski\u2019s condition after the weigh-in, writing, \u201cVolk sounded different on the mic even after having like 6-8 Hours to rehydrate. Lets Hope both are at their 100% and we get to see a banger fight.\u201d<\/p>\n Meanwhile, Evloev\u2019s physical condition impressed another fan, who praised the challenger\u2019s physique, adding, \u201cMovsar have insane physique absolute fired.\u201d<\/p>\n Check out more fan reactions below:<\/p>\n Though fans are struggling to pick a clear winner between Volkanovski and Evloev, UFC fighters have shown confidence in the reigning champion to get his hand raised and defend his title. Recently, Max Holloway<\/a> shared his prediction for the UFC 333<\/a> main event and backed his former rival.\u00a0<\/p>\n Max Holloway backs Alexander Volkanovski to defend his title against Movsar Evloev at UFC 333<\/p>\n In his recent YouTube video, Holloway, who has shared the octagon thrice with Volkanovski and got defeated in each, has acknowledged Evloev\u2019s impressive undefeated record but believes fans may be underestimating \u2018The Great\u2019s abilities. He pointed to the champion\u2019s past performances against elite competition, including his first fight against Islam Makhachev<\/a>, as a reminder of the challenges he presents to even the best fighters in the world.<\/p>\n Holloway predicts Volkanovski will win by decision, suggesting the Australian\u2019s experience and all-around skills could be enough to neutralize Evloev\u2019s wrestling and secure another successful title defense.<\/p>\n “I know Movsar is a beast; he’s 20-0, but Alex Volkanovski is just a different animal. I really think people are sleeping on Alex Volkanovski. A lot of fans are still high on Movsar’s wrestling that they forgot about the first fight, what Alex did to Islam\u2026 I’m going Volk here with a decision,\u201d Holloway predicted.\u00a0<\/p>\n Check out Max Holloway’s comments below:\u00a0<\/p>\n![\"Fan](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/befunky_2026-9-6_2-53-58.webp\")
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