Alex Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes Prediction: Diego Lopes to keep consecutive win active

The UFC 314 presents an interesting fixture in the Featherweight Division in which Alex Volkanovski and Diego Lopes will face each other. This event will be held at Kaseya Center, Miami, Florida, United States. All fans can catch the action live on TV at ESPN+. Who will win this game of UFC?

Alex Volkanovski - needing redemption

Alex Volkanovski, also known as “The Great,” is currently on two consecutive losses. He boasts of a professional record of 26 wins and 4 losses. The 36-year-old fighter is being coached by Joe Lopez and last fought on February 17, 2024, in UFC. He faced Ilia Topuria and lost his UFC Featherweight Championship title belt by Right Hook technical knockout in the second round. Alex has twice fought for the UFC Lightweight Championship title and has lost in both encounters. The first came in against Islam Makhachev by unanimous decision, and the second was to Islam Makhachev by Head Kick & Hammerfists technical knockout in the first round.

Diego Lopes - looking for another win

Diego Lopes boasts a professional record of 26 wins and 6 losses. After earning three bonuses in his first three UFC fights last year, he is now fighting at UFC 300. He is hoping to continue his recent success and move into the top 15 featherweight contenders by defeating Yusuff. Lopes spent a few years in different fighting leagues before getting a chance to join the UFC. He filled in at the last minute against Movsar Evloev last May. Although he lost by unanimous decision, he impressed the UFC officials and secured a contract. Since then, the Brazilian has won both of his UFC fights, finishing each in the first round. Lopes has lost to Nathan Orchard via an armbar, Zack Schneider via rear naked choke submission, Nate Richardson via split decision, Joanderson Brito via a technical unanimous decision, and Amir Elzhurkaev via a punches knockout.

Expert Betting Tips

Both fighters are going for the vacant UFC Vacant Featherweight Championship title so we expect a tough contest. Diego Lopez is one of my favorite fighters right now. He's a strong featherweight, almost as big and physical as Alex Volkanovski. Diego likes to start fights fast, using powerful punches and trying for submissions. He has a lot of potential. This fight is a big challenge for Diego, and much will depend on his strategy. He's an excellent wrestler, but lately, he's been focusing more on punching. If he chooses to just punch with Alex Volkanovski, he might find it tough.

Our First Prediction is Diego Lopes to win by KO, TKO or DQ - 4.33 odds for 1xbet

Our Second Prediction is Diego Lopes to win - 2.10 odds for Bet365

Our Third Prediction is Under 4.5 rounds - 1.76 odds for Betway