Alexander Volkov and Waldo Cortes-Acosta have successfully weighed in for their UFC 328 heavyweight bout. Volkov came in at 116.57 kg while Cortes-Acosta weighed 119.75 kg, with both fighters making weight for their scheduled contest. The post confirms the official weigh-in results ahead of the fight. Both fighters are cleared to compete at the event.
Both Alexander Volkov and Waldo Cortes-Acosta have officially made weight ahead of their heavyweight showdown at UFC 328, scheduled for May 9, 2026. Volkov tipped the scales at 116.57 kg while Cortes-Acosta came in at 119.75 kg, with both men cleared to compete.
Volkov, known as "Drago," enters the bout as the number-one ranked heavyweight contender. The 37-year-old Russian stands six-foot-seven at 201 cm with an 80-inch reach, giving him one of the most imposing physical profiles in the division. Competing out of Strela Team, he carries a record of 40 wins and 11 losses and has built a reputation as a high-volume striker, landing 4.78 significant strikes per minute at a remarkable 57 percent accuracy. His grappling output is measured but present, averaging 0.57 takedowns per 15 minutes.
Verified data for Cortes-Acosta was not available in the confirmed fighter database ahead of this report.
Why it matters
- Volkov's number-one ranking means a strong performance could position him for a title shot in the heavyweight division.
- The physical advantage of Volkov's six-foot-seven frame and 80-inch reach will be a central factor in the stylistic matchup.
- At 37, Volkov faces the challenge of making the most of his remaining window as a top contender.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
