Alexander Volkanovski Interview - The Sonny Brown Breakdown

I Interview Alexander Volkanovski in this episode of The Sonny Brown Breakdown Podcast. Alex is currently the UFC Featherweight champion and one of the first UFC Champions to originate from Australia. Alexander came from humble beginnings on the local scene, where he captured many regional titles and has now established himself as being ranked in the UFC men’s pound-for-pound rankings. Alexander Volkanovski trains at the Freestyle Fighting Gym under coach Joe Lopez, located in Windang, Wollongong, south of Sydney.

Episode Link: https://www.sonnybrown.net/alexander-volkanovski-interview-uncomfortable/

Join us as we discuss what it was like as an amateur athlete rising through the ranks of Australia to become the UFC champion and how he was able to get valuable training with partners of different abilities. Alexander also shares the mentality he adopted to help drive and motivate him to the top by building resilience and staying adaptable. Tune in to listen to these, a few fight stories, and many exciting topics, including advice for the younger fighters.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Episode 018
03:22 Setting a good wrestling base through rugby
05:40 The chaotic SPYDA workout
08:49 The King of the Wall drill
12:42 Wrestling in Illawarra
16:59 Choosing Local Training over International
21:50 The Coaching of Joe Lopez
25:52 Wallwork Practice Sessions
28:25 Sparring day at the Freestyle Fighting Gym
30:51 Alexander’s fight against Jamie Mullarkey
32:00 Alexander’s source of motivation and belief
35:07 Going for more than just getting to the UFC
36:36 Advice to young fighters
39:20 Transition to City Kickboxing in New Zealand
43:17 Training head clash with Brad Riddell
46:32 Being adaptable in the game of MMA
49:35 A Greased Fight Story from PXC
54:07 Alexander’s advice to his younger self

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