UFC fans are scratching their heads — and for good reason.

In a surprising move that feels more like matchmaking madness than merit-based logic, the UFC is reportedly working on Alexander Volkanovski vs. Yair Rodriguez 2 for a title fight… again. But wait — didn’t Volk already dominate Rodriguez the first time? And more importantly: what about Movsar Evloev?

The Rematch Nobody Asked For

Let’s be clear. The first fight between Volkanovski and Rodriguez at UFC 290 wasn’t even close. Volk outclassed Yair on every level — striking, pressure, ground control, fight IQ. It was a beatdown, not a rivalry.

So now, instead of giving a fresh contender a shot, the UFC seems poised to rerun a fight where the result already feels locked in? It’s leaving fans and analysts alike asking: Why?!

Evloev: The Undefeated, Overlooked Contender

Movsar Evloev is 18-0. He’s undefeated. He’s climbing the rankings. He just handled Diego Lopes (a rising threat himself) and then dominated Arnold Allen — a legit top-5 featherweight.

He’s the definition of ready.

“Evloev’s style may not be flashy, but he’s effective, smart, and undefeated,” one analyst tweeted. “What more does the UFC want?”

So why is the Russian wrestler being left out of the conversation while Yair — already soundly beaten — gets another title shot?

UFC Politics, Star Power, and Narrative Over Rankings

Here’s the harsh truth: Yair is marketable. Flashy. A highlight-reel machine. His knockout of Zombie, his flashy kicks, his wild-card aura — it sells.

Evloev? Not so much. He’s all technique, minimal trash talk, and zero drama. And that’s exactly why he’s being passed over. The UFC isn’t just promoting fights — it’s selling stories. And apparently, a clean-sweep rematch sells better than giving the undefeated contender his due.

Fan Reactions: Fury and Frustration

The MMA community is not staying quiet. Reddit threads, Twitter rants, and podcast meltdowns are pouring in:

“This is a joke. Volk vs Yair 2 is pointless.”

“Evloev deserves his shot. Full stop.”

“Volk needs a fresh challenge, not recycled opposition.”

And it’s not just fans — even some fighters are throwing shade at the matchmaking, calling it “nonsense” and “just business, not sport.”

Final Thought: Sport or Spectacle?

This move raises a bigger question: Is the UFC still about the best fighting the best? Or is it becoming too comfortable with reruns if the marketing angle is easier?

If Evloev keeps getting passed over while others with clearer losses get title shots, the message is clear: Undefeated doesn’t matter unless you talk loud, look flashy, or sell pay-per-views.

So here we are — Volkanovski vs. Yair 2. Again.
And Evloev? Still waiting. Still winning. Still invisible.