Contender Challenging Top Heavyweight Fighter in UFC, Russia
Rumours are swirling in the MMA community about an exciting potential match-up between Russian fighter Alexander Volkov and Brazilian Jailton Almeida, scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi on October 25, 2025. The fight, although not yet officially announced by the UFC, has been reported by TASS and several sources from MMA Fighting.
If the fight materialises, it would pit the second-ranked heavyweight contender, Alexander Volkov, against the fifth-ranked heavyweight, Jailton Almeida. Volkov, who has a record of 38 wins and 11 losses, is currently riding a four-fight win streak. His last defeat came in December 2024, when he lost by split decision to Frenchman Ciryl Gane.
Jailton Almeida, on the other hand, boasts a record of 22 wins and 3 losses. The Brazilian has been impressive in the octagon, demonstrating a strong striking game and formidable ground skills.
According to MMA Fighting sources, both sides have verbally agreed to the fight in the UAE, but contracts have not been signed yet. Alexander Volkov's coach, Taras Kiashko, has also hinted at the likelihood of the fight, stating that it's most likely that Volkov will fight against Almeida.
Interestingly, Volkov and Almeida have a history, having fought against each other in a previous match. However, that fight was not against each other directly, as Volkov's opponent was Sergei Pavlovich, not Almeida.
The planned event is expected to be the co-main event, with the main event fights yet to be announced. It's set to take place at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, which will also host another UFC event on July 26, 2025.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information on fights and rankings, checking the official UFC website or other reliable MMA news outlets is recommended. Fans eagerly await the official confirmation of this potential heavyweight showdown.
Sports enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the potential mixed-martial-arts match between Alexander Volkov and Jailton Almeida, given their history and current ranks in the UFC heavyweight division. If the fight takes place, Volkov, the second-ranked heavyweight contender, will challenge Almeida, the fifth-ranked heavyweight, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 25, 2025.
