Today, I wanna talk about that crazy fight between Volkov and Pavlovich. I’ve been following these two for a while, so I was pretty pumped for this match.
First off, I gotta say, I did a bit of digging before the fight. It turns out these guys used to train together, but they said they weren’t exactly best friends, just, you know, “acquaintances”. Pavlovich said some things about it, and it seems like they worked together, helped each other train, but that’s about it. I guess that’s important for context.
So, I tuned in to watch the fight live. It started on June 22, 2024. I cleared my schedule, got some snacks, and settled in. The fight was at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh.
During the fight, I noticed Volkov kept circling around the octagon, which I thought was a smart move. He was using his jab a lot, and it looked like it was really bothering Pavlovich. I mean, Pavlovich’s nose was a mess by the end of it. That’s pretty rough.
The Main Event
- Round 1: Pavlovich threw a hook, but Volkov managed to kinda land a head kick and a hook right before the horn. I jotted that down in my notes. It was pretty intense.
- Later Rounds: Volkov kept up his strategy, and it seemed to be working. I was really impressed with how he controlled the pace.
After the fight, there was a bit of drama. During the commercial break, I saw Pavlovich push Volkov. It looked like he was angry, even though Volkov tried to embrace him. I guess things got heated, but that’s understandable in a fight like this.
When the judges’ scores came in, it was a unanimous decision for Volkov (30-27, 30-27, 29-28). That was a big win for him, and I think he totally deserved it. He’s been around for a while in the UFC heavyweight division, and this just shows he’s still a top contender.
I also watched some highlights after the fight, just to relive some of the best moments. It was a solid fight, and it definitely lived up to my expectations. I’m glad I didn’t miss it.
Overall, it was a great experience watching the fight. I always enjoy seeing how these guys perform, especially when there’s a bit of history between them. It makes things more interesting, you know?
