But generally it was a good fight, and I now understand how to develop as a fighter.". Hardy told his corner after the first that he injured his right hand, and he didn't throw it much afterward. Hardy loses decision to Volkov at UFC Moscow, UFC 254: A dominant performance, a tearful goodbye and a legacy of greatness for Khabib, UFC 254: Khabib Nurmagomedov retiring at the top of his sport elicits memories of Michael Jordan, Khabib defeats Gaethje, announces retirement, Whittaker gets UFC 254 win, eyes Adesanya shot, Sources: Edwards vs. Chimaev set for December, McGregor says he will fight Poirier on Jan. 23, Cejudo: Show me the money and I'll come back, Moraes to battle Font on Dec. card, source says. "But I had to fight more carefully as I didn't perform for a long time. 265 lbs | MMA. The work is done, though. Just about three years if Wikipedia is to be believed. Although the improvements he made were obvious in his last fight, he is unlikely to assert the same level of dominance against a veteran of the sport, Alexander Volkov. Who's next for Greg Hardy, Zabit, key fighters from UFC Moscow? I think it's there. Who's next for Greg Hardy, Zabit, key fighters from UFC Moscow? Hardy made better use of his physical attributes — namely, his huge reach — and showed the toolkit of a developing Southpaw, using his left kick to tenderize the leg and touching the shorter man with plenty of crosses. 7 in the world at heavyweight. Volkov landed his best punching combination in the third, a straight right followed by a hard jab that snapped Hardy's head back. Volkov landed his best punching combination in the third, a straight right followed by a hard jab that snapped Hardy's head back. ", "The fight generally went as I expected," Volkov said. Fortunes change quickly in mixed martial arts (MMA), particularly in the Heavyweight division. For more MMA news: … It's so far away from me right now, I'm in tears on the inside. "He throws down uncommon jabs. Hardy will not win a technical kickboxing match with Volkov. Meanwhile, Volkov is in his tenth year as a professional, has nearly 40 professional fights, and is ranked in multiple forms of Karate. He fought just 22 days ago, a no contest against Ben Sosoli at UFC Boston on Oct. 18. That's the hardest thing to tell yourself after you go to war. Volkov (31-7) had not fought since an October 2018 loss to Derrick Lewis at UFC 229. I didn't earn it today. However, he is relatively new to the sport and his striking is average at best. Fresh off four-straight UFC wins and perhaps 15 seconds from a fifth — a potential victory which promised a title shot — a single poorly timed step knee from Volkov saw him absorb a massive overhand from Derrick Lewis (watch it). I didn't fight well enough - plain and simple. Greg Hardy is a big heavyweight and he is athletic for sure. I'm gonna bleed and I'm gonna sweat until it's done. While defeating “The Prince of War” will not do nearly as much for Volkov’s career as dispatching Junior dos Santos would have, victory would at least return Volkov to the win column. A loss to an unranked, short-notice opponent in Hardy would be devastating and completely remove him from the title mix. Harris is looking to bounce back after a second-round knockout to Alistair Overeem on May 16 in Jacksonville. 7 in the world at heavyweight. I didn't want to finish the fight very early. Overall, it was a decent fight, but not very spectacular for the fans. Which Heavyweight will remain standing when the dust settles? Our data provider is having technical issues, live scoring and stats are impacted. The Russia native has now won seven of his past eight bouts. Volkov, 31, won for the first time since March 2018. The Russia native has now won seven of his past eight bouts. Volkov, 31, won for the first time since March 2018. Hardy loses decision to Volkov at UFC Moscow, UFC 254: A dominant performance, a tearful goodbye and a legacy of greatness for Khabib, UFC 254: Khabib Nurmagomedov retiring at the top of his sport elicits memories of Michael Jordan, Khabib defeats Gaethje, announces retirement, Whittaker gets UFC 254 win, eyes Adesanya shot, Sources: Edwards vs. Chimaev set for December, McGregor says he will fight Poirier on Jan. 23, Cejudo: Show me the money and I'll come back, Moraes to battle Font on Dec. card, source says. Volkov stuck with his strategy of working over Hardy's body with kicks -- roundhouse and front -- in the second and third rounds. Win or lose, Harris’ recent events have been exciting. The former All Pro was convicted in 2014 on a domestic violence charge, which was later overturned on appeal when the woman didn't show up to a jury trial. "Greg Hardy is uncomfortable to fight, because he is big and physically strong" Volkov said. The former All Pro was convicted in 2014 on a domestic violence charge, which was later overturned on appeal when the woman didn't show up to a jury trial. But generally it was a good fight, and I now understand how to develop as a fighter.". All but one of his previous eight have ended up … Hardy came in with just seven career fights and just a little more than a year as a pro. Hardy told his corner after the first that he injured his right hand, and he didn't throw it much afterward. And I have the opportunity to go further and get a stronger opponent.". Hardy was very competitive with a man ESPN has ranked No. ET, then the main card portion that will also stream on ESPN+ at 2 p.m. "I don't think the bar is too high," Hardy said. He is uncomfortable when he tries to break away. Remember that MMAmania.com will deliver LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the entire UFC Fight Night 163 fight card this weekend RIGHT HERE, starting with the ESPN+“Prelims” that are scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. If Hardy is to win this fight, he has to score a knockout in the opening few minutes. His odds still are not great, but trying to destroy Volkov with power shots early at least gives him a real chance at victory. As such, it should be a kickboxing match — one Volkov is primed to dominate. I was looking for an opportunity to feel the Octagon, because I was afraid to make mistakes. Connect with friends faster than ever with the new Facebook app. Alexander Volkov vs Greg Hardy UFC Moscow Fight Video Part 2 Watch UFC Fight Night 163 Moscow Free Stream Replay watch video >> UFC 249 Fight Breakdown: Ferguson vs. Gaethje. Hardy won that bout by decision originally, but it was overturned after he illegally used an inhaler between the second and third rounds. It’s been more than one year since that major setback, and now Volkov has a considerable road ahead of him to get back in position to earn a title shot. It was a clear victory for Volkov, but hardly a rout. Hardy is fighting Alexander Volkov in Russia next weekend -- his first fight against a ranked opponent. Hardy (5-2, 1 NC) came into the UFC earlier this year from the NFL with controversy. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Heavyweight hitters Alexander Volkov and Greg Hardy will collide this Saturday (Nov. 9, 2019) at UFC Fight Night 163 from inside CSKA Arena in Moscow, Russia. We are working with them to enable your sports experiences again as quickly as possible. And I have the opportunity to go further and get a stronger opponent.". No, trying to be a rangy kickboxer against an actual rangy kickboxer is a truly bad idea. The bar where I want to get to is astronomically high. I'm gonna bleed and I'm gonna sweat until it's done. And I'm gonna go get it. I think it's there. Burger King's new 2021 restaurants will have food lockers, conveyor belts that deliver Whoppers to your car, and modern, minimalist dining areas. Like us on Facebook to see similar stories, First 'murder hornet' nest found in US successfully removed. Key Wins: Juan Adams (UFC on ESPN 4), Dmitry Smolyakov (UFC Fight Night 150), Austen Lane (DWTNCS 2018), Key Losses: Allen Crowder (UFC on ESPN+ 1). The Russian kickboxer hits hard, makes good use of combinations, and can do real work with rangy strikes like the jab and snap kick. UFC 254 results, analysis: Alexander Volkov, Phil Hawes come up big on Fight Island, Daniel Cormier: This is the Khabib Nurmagomedov I know, Zabit extends streak with decision over Kattar. It was good work, but for this match up, it’s time to throw all that back out the window. Plus, people really do not like Greg Hardy, so some public goodwill is always nice. UFC Fight Night Moscow: Khabib Nurmagomedov's cousin loses debut. Who's next for Justin Gaethje? I didn't want to finish the fight very early. Volkov stuck with his strategy of working over Hardy's body with kicks -- roundhouse and front -- in the second and third rounds. "I'm clearly devastated about the decision," Hardy said. How long has Greg Hardy been training kickboxing? Bottom Line: It’s not a fight that makes a ton of sense, but as a replacement match up, it’s still rather interesting. By Mike Bohn | November 9, 2019 4:48 pm It wasn’t the decisive victory many expected, but Alexander Volkov comfortably beat Greg Hardy on Saturday in the UFC on ESPN+ 21 co-main event. The stakes are undoubtedly high for both men, though for opposite reasons. Volkov landed a good one-two combination that stung Hardy in the first, but Hardy finished the round well with two hard left hooks. Hardy won that bout by decision originally, but it was overturned after he illegally used an inhaler between the second and third rounds. The work is done, though. I have a lot to go get, man. Who's next for Justin Gaethje? For that reason, it’s important that Volkov is careful and smart early. ", "The fight generally went as I expected," Volkov said.