Lerone Murphy has heard of recommendations that Aljamain Sterling and Diego Lopes will combat within the title Eliminator, however he would not have that.
Murphy believes he has earned the appropriate to problem Alexander Volkanovsky for the UFC Featherweight Championship. Murphy delivered an epic spinback elbow knockout in his match towards Aaron Pico in August. Volkanovski was impressed by Murphy’s outing and agreed that the 2 ought to meet with a wager for £145.
Sterling, in the meantime, has the concept of a primary competitor match towards Lopez. Murphy isn’t a fan of the concept and would not even imagine that “Funk Grasp” must be within the 145 pound title picture.
What concerning the title Aljos within the combine? i’m confused. Brothers 2-2 in his closing 4 fights. He was a great bantamweight however common featherweight. Solely names that make sense make sense, and that is Lerown Murphy
– Leronemurphy (@leronemurphy) September fifteenth, 2025
“What concerning the title Arjos within the combine? I am confused. Brothers 2-2 in his closing 4 fights.
Murphy additionally believes that Lopez is perhaps too early to get one other title combat with Volkanovsky.
Diego did one thing stunning to Silva, however there was not a lot change within the rematch towards Volk. Individuals wish to see a brand new matchup. The reason being 17-0. That is my time!
– Leronemurphy (@leronemurphy) September fifteenth, 2025
“Diego did one thing wonderful for Silva, however there’s not a lot change within the rematch towards Volk. Individuals wish to see a brand new matchup. I am 17-0 for a 17-0 cause. That is my time!”
Murphy defeated Josh Emmett, Dan Ige and Edson Barboza. “Miracle” believes momentum is on his aspect, and he hopes to be supplied a chance for the title quickly. Volkanovski says his subsequent opponent is within the air.
There’s additionally Movsar Evloev. Movsar Evloev believes many must be the No. 1 candidate, however he’s recovering from his accidents. The UFC Matchmaker’s closing determination to do it is going to be a narrative to look at within the coming weeks.
Volkanovski is presently reigning for the second time as UFC featherweight champion. He captured the second gold in April, beating Lopez by a unanimous determination. The title was vacant by Ilia Topuria.
