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Ariel Helwani Theorizes Why Alexander Volkanovski Is Grossly Underrated

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Ariel Helwani Theorizes Why Alexander Volkanovski Is Grossly Underrated

Ariel Helwani believes Alexander Volkanovski is underrated. Volkanski is on a 22-fight win streak in professional MMA. He is ranked #1 in the UFC's pound-for-pound rankings. Hel wani claims Volkaevski's personality and his lack of flashy appearance is why he's not considered a top fighter. He also believes that Volko's upcoming lightweight fight against Islam Makhachev will be his biggest challenge yet.

Ariel Helwani believes Alexander Volkanovski is underrated.

Ariel Helwani explains why Alexander Volkanovski is underrated.

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