Australian UFC Featherweight Champion, Alexander Volkanovski, recently had a meeting with NFL superstar, Tom Brady, in Melbourne, Australia. The two spent quality time together, and Volkanovski had nothing but praise for the American Football icon. Here’s what transpired:
Volkanovski recently participated in an interview with ESPN, where he discussed his encounter with Tom Brady earlier this year in January. Providing detailed insights into the interaction, he mentioned:
Tom Brady is a renowned American football quarterback who has achieved great success throughout his career. With three NFL Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards and five Super Bowl MVP titles under his belt, Brady holds the record for the most Super Bowl victories by a player, having won seven out of ten appearances. Widely regarded as one of the most accomplished players in NFL history, Brady retired from professional football at the conclusion of the 2023 season.
During an event called “An Evening with Tom Brady” held at Crown Casino in Melbourne, Australia, Alexander Volkanovski had the opportunity to catch a pass from Brady himself. The event took place during Brady’s speaking tour, and Volkanovski shared this memorable interaction with the NFL legend on social media.
At the post-fight press conference for UFC 294, Volkanovski revealed that a knockout kick from his opponent had a significant impact on him, stating that it was his first experience with a concussion. However, in February, Volkanovski announced his successful recovery from the brutal knockout and discussed the various concussion protocols he followed, crediting his team and doctors who have helped him navigate through similar situations. This recovery is in preparation for his highly anticipated showdown against an upcoming opponent.
Expressing his determination, Alexander Volkanovski stated, “My goal is not just to win, but to humiliate [Ilia Topuria].” This statement was made in reference to their upcoming fight at UFC 298, scheduled to take place at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. Volkanovski will be defending his UFC featherweight title against the undefeated Topuria, who has plans to continue his winning streak by challenging other fighters in the future. The outcome of this fight at UFC 298 will undoubtedly be captivating to witness.