Quick Info
| Profession | Mixed Martial Artist |
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| Nationality | Russian |
| Date of Birth | 24/10/1988 |
| Age | 37 years |
| Birthplace | Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union |
Latest News about Alexander Volkov
09/05/2026
Alexander Volkov is scheduled to face Waldo Cortes-Acosta at UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland on May 9, 2026. This upcoming heavyweight bout marks his potential 40th career win as he enters with a professional record of 39-11-0. The event is set to take place in Las Vegas.
25/10/2025
Alexander Volkov defeated Jailton Almeida by split decision in their heavyweight clash at UFC 321: Aspinall vs. Gane on October 25, 2025. The three-round fight went the full distance, with Volkov securing the victory and improving his record to 39-11-0. This win came seven months after his unanimous decision loss to Ciryl Gane.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | Drago |
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| Weight Division | Heavyweight |
| Height | 6' 7" |
| Weight | 261 lb (119 kg) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Team | Strela Team |
| Professional Record | 39-11-0 |
Physical Stats & More
| Build | Towering frame |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Degree | Bachelor's in Engineering |
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| University | Bauman Moscow State Technical University |
Career
| MMA Debut | April 2009 | ||||||
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| Debut Opponent | Nikolay Pleshakov (TKO, 80 seconds) | ||||||
| Championships |
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| UFC Debut | 2016 | ||||||
| Notable Wins |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Started with Kyokushin karate before transitioning to kickboxing and MMA | |
| 2. Fastest win: 20 seconds vs. Adam Alikhanov | |
| 3. Earned Fight of the Night at UFC Fight Night (September 2017) |