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Alexander Volkanovski talks UFC featherweight landscape, eagerly awaits next No. 1 contender

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski wants one question answered: Who is ready to take the top contender spot?

After successfully defending his title at UFC 251 against Max Holloway, Volkanovski finds himself in a position where there is no clear cut No. 1 contender at 145-pounds. So “The Great” is sitting back and eagerly waiting for the next contender.

“I’ve been pretty vocal about that, like, what are these contenders doing,” Volkanovski told MMA Fighting on What the Heck. “I’m not the type to run my mouth, but I have to let them know: What are you guys doing?