In an electrifying showdown at UFC 314, Alexander Volkanovski proved he truly is a warrior. The Aussie fighter reclaimed his Featherweight title, taking down the formidable Diego Lopes by unanimous decision at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.

But the fight wasn’t without its dramatic twists. During the fourth round, Lopes unleashed a sneaky uppercut that caught Volkanovski right in the left eye, leading him to enter survival mode and navigate a dangerous moment in the octagon.

In a shocking revelation during the fight’s broadcast, Volkanovski shared with his corner that his vision was fading. Post-fight, in an exclusive interview with FOX Australia, he disclosed that he had completely lost sight in his left eye at a critical juncture.

"Yeah, I completely lost vision in my left eye," Volkanovski admitted. "It was a good shot, and I just could not see. I was trying to get it back, and it was completely gone." He went on to explain how even a slight return of blurry vision was a game changer for him. "When it was nothing, I thought, 'Oh, shit, this isn't good,' but the little blur helped with gauging distance." He expressed relief that his vision returned as the fight progressed.

This astonishing comeback under such adversity only amplifies Volkanovski’s reputation as a martial arts titan, particularly given Lopes' explosive fighting style.

Now a two-time Featherweight champion, Volkanovski is eager to stay active and has set his sights on the undefeated Russian star Movsar Evloev. His motivation? He’s determined to protect his perfect record and add to his legacy.

In the world of UFC, where every fight can change a career, Volkanovski's resilience and skill make him a fighter to watch closely.