In the main event of UFC 333, Alexander Volkanovski extended his second title reign by knocking out Movsar Evloev and handing him a first loss.

Although Evloev is known for his wrestling skills, featherweight great Volkanovski also struggled with the Russian’s underrated striking in the first two rounds.

But the Australian began applying greater pressure late in round two, loading up on his shots. And when he landed a left hook and right cross, Evloev turned away, covered up, and dropped to the mat .

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski (Getty)

“Alexander The Great” was eventually able to create enough distance to pour on ground and pound, forcing force the finish with six seconds left in the round.

With that, Evloev fell to 20-1, while Volkanovski grew his already impressive legacy, a month after turning 38 years old.

“Look he’s a great fighter, he is – was – undefeated for a reason,” Volkanovski said in the cage after his win.…