Alexander Volkanovski has had a target on his back since winning the UFC featherweight title in 2019. “Heavy is the head that wears the crown.” However, Volkanovski is always cool, calm, and collected in the octagon. His skills and willpower will get tested when he defends the title against Ilia Topuria at UFC 298 on February 17.
UFC 298 is in the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. The event airs on ESPN+ PPV in the U.S.
Volkanovski is 13-2 with the UFC since joining the promotion in 2016. He beat Max Holloway three times, winning featherweight gold in the first clash. The Aussie has successfully defended the belt five times. He has attempted to hold lightweight gold, failing twice. Coming off a knockout loss and after years of taking some damage, the 35-year-old looks to hold onto his title while proving detractors wrong.
“All these narratives, I love it,” Volkanovski said via MMA Junkie. “Everyone knows I thrive in these moments. When people doubt me, it’s the best.”
WATCH: UFC 298: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria, exclusively on ESPN+
Topuria joined the UFC in 2020 and is 6-0 for the promotion. In his last contest in June, “El Matador” beat Josh Emmett via unanimous decision. The Spanish fighter has attempted to play mind games by stealing Volkanovski’s title. Will it pay off, or did he jinx himself?
The Sporting News will provide results from the entire UFC 298 card. Check it out below!
UFC 298 full card results
Main card
- Alexander Volkanovski (c) vs. Ilia Topuria for the UFC featherweight title
- Rob Whittaker vs. Paulo Costa; Middleweights
- Geoff Neal vs. Ian Machado Garry; Welterweights
- Merab Dvalishvili vs. Henry Cejudo; Bantamweights
- Anthony Hernandez vs. Roman Kopylov; Middleweights
Prelims
- Mackenzie Dern vs. Amanda Lemos; Strawweights
- Marcos Rogerio de Lima vs. Junior Tafa; Heavyweights
- Zhang Mingyang vs. Brendson Ribeiro; Light Heavyweights
- Rinya Nakamura vs. Carlos Vera; Bantamweights
- Josh Quinlan vs. Danny Barlow; Welterweights
Early Prelims
- Oban Elliott vs. Val Woodburn; Welterweights
- Andrea Lee vs. Miranda Maverick; Flyweights
UFC 298 date, time, schedule for Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria
The early prelims start at 6 p.m. ET, with the prelims at 8 p.m. ET. The main card is at 10 p.m. ET. Volkanovski and Topuria should make their way to the octagon around 12:15 a.m. ET, depending on how long the undercard fights last.
| Region | Date | Early Prelims Start Time | Prelims Start Time | Main Card Start Time | Main Event Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (ET) | Saturday, February 17 | 6 p.m. ET | 8 p.m. ET | 10 p.m. ET | 12:15 a.m. ET |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, February 17 | 3 p.m. PT | 5 p.m. PT | 7 p.m. PT | 9:15 p.m. PT |
| UK and Ireland | Sunday, February 18 | 11 p.m. GMT | 1 a.m. GMT | 3 a.m. GMT | 5:15 a.m. GMT |
| Australia | Sunday, February 18 | 10 a.m. AEDT | 12 p.m. AEDT | 2 p.m. AEDT | 4:15 p.m. AEDT |
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How to watch UFC 298: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria
| Country | Date | Channel + Live Stream (main card) |
| United States | Saturday, February 17 | ESPN+, ESPN PPV |
| Canada | Saturday, February 17 | BELL, Rogers, Shaw, SaskTel, Videotron, Telus, Eastlink, UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass |
| United Kingdom | Sunday, February 18 | TNT Sports, TNT Sports Box Office |
| Australia | Sunday, February 18 | Main Event, Kayo Sports, Fetch TV, UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass |
UFC 298: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria PPV price: How much does UFC 298 cost?
In the U.S., the UFC 298 main card is available via pay-per-view on ESPN+, which also requires a subscription. The PPV price for UFC 298 is $79.99 for current subscribers. New subscribers can pay a bundle price of $134.98 for the UFC 298 pay-per-view and an ESPN+ annual subscription, which offers savings of more than 30 percent.
In the UK, the main card is on TNT Sports Box Office and will cost £19.99.
WATCH: UFC 298: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria, exclusively on ESPN+
| Product | Prices |
|---|---|
| ESPN+ Monthly Subscription | $10.99/mo |
| ESPN+ Annual Subscription | $109.99/yr |
| The Disney Bundle w/Hulu Ad-Supported | $14.99/mo |
| The Disney Bundle w/Hulu No-Ads | $24.99/mo |
| UFC PPV Standalone | $79.99 each |
| UFC PPV Package (UFC PPV & ESPN+ Annual) | $134.98, then $109.99/year |
| UFC PPV & The Disney Bundle |
$79.99, then $14.99/mo |
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