Alexander Volkanovski reacts to Ilia Topuria’s accusations that Justin Gaethje altered his gloves before their UFC Freedom 250 title fight. Volkanovski says he recalls noticing something unusual during the bout, but he does not believe it is enough to change how the fight should be understood. He also suggests that Topuria’s comments may be tied to positioning for a possible rematch.
Both outlets describe Volkanovski’s position as cautious. He says he trusts the UFC’s pre-fight inspection process, implying that any alleged glove issue would have been addressed. Volkanovski adds that he expects that, if a rematch happens, Topuria would likely make tactical adjustments rather than focus on the gloves as the deciding factor. The accounts present Volkanovski as not dismissing the claim outright, but treating the glove issue as secondary to performance and strategy.
Across coverage, the emphasis differs: one outlet highlights Volkanovski’s view that Topuria “fought the wrong fight” and could change tactics, while the other underscores his reliance on UFC inspection procedures and an overall “honest take” on the controversy.
