Alexander Volkov defeated Waldo Cortes-Acosta by unanimous decision at UFC 328 and immediately called for a heavyweight title shot. In his post-fight speech, Volkov emphasized that May 9 is an important Russian holiday commemorating victory in World War II, making it an honor to compete on that date. He acknowledged Cortes-Acosta as a tough and dangerous opponent who is difficult to hit. Volkov declared himself the top contender in the heavyweight division and stated he is ready to fight for the belt. He specifically named Tom Aspinall, Ciryl Gane, and Alex Pereira as potential opponents, saying he will fight anyone for the championship.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
