Volkanovski responded to Topuria’s flattering words

“Thank you, Wolf! You were a very difficult opponent, which made me even better. It was an honor to share the octagon with you,” Topuria wrote.

Volkanovski did not leave this appeal unanswered.

“Appreciate it bro! Congratulations on your victory,” Volkanovski wrote in response on his social networks.

The fight between Alex Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria took place on the morning of February 18 in Anaheim as part of the main event of UFC 298. Topuria finished Volkanovski in the second round and became the organization’s new featherweight champion.