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Volkanovski Trades UFC for Street Fighter Stardom
16 Oct
Summary
- UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski stars as Joe in new Street Fighter movie.
- The film was shot in Sydney and features major Hollywood stars.
- Volkanovski sees acting as a viable future career beyond his fighting days.
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski recently attended the Sydney premiere of the live-action Street Fighter movie, marking his Hollywood acting debut. He portrays the character Joe in the film, which was shot in Sydney and features a cast of major stars including Jason Momoa and Roman Reigns.
Volkanovski, who is preparing for a title defense against Movsar Evloev on October 24, 2026, stated that the acting experience has shown him the potential for a career beyond mixed martial arts. He highlighted that the film was shot in late 2025, allowing him to balance the project with his fighting schedule.
He also noted similarities between acting and competing in the UFC, emphasizing the importance of composure under pressure. Volkanovski believes his experience in the Octagon has helped him manage the cameras and large crowds associated with acting. He has been building his profile outside of fighting through his YouTube channel, 'Cooking With Volk'.
