Volkov wins unanimous decision over Cortes-Acosta, eyes title shot

Alexander Volkov defeated Waldo Cortes-Acosta by unanimous decision with scorecards of 30-27, 29-28, and 29-28 at UFC 328. The victory marks Volkov's second consecutive win and solidifies his position as a top heavyweight contender. Cortes-Acosta's three-fight knockout streak comes to an end with this loss, bringing his UFC record to 10-3. Volkov is now positioned as the primary contender for a heavyweight title shot. The decision victory continues Volkov's campaign toward championship contention in the heavyweight division.