Tommy McMillen offers to be backup for Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev title fight, ‘dust any of those boys’ at UFC 333

Tommy McMillen is so confident in his featherweight prospects that he's volunteering to step in as a backup fighter for Alexander Volkanovski's upcoming title defense against Movsar Evloev at UFC 333 on October 24 in Abu Dhabi. The bold offer comes as McMillen prepares for his own featured bout against undefeated prospect Marwan Rahiki at Noche UFC this weekend in Glendale, Arizona.

McMillen, who is 2-0 in the UFC with two performance-bonus-earning finishes, has been generating headlines for his outspoken confidence in his ability to compete at featherweight's highest level. Comments he made during an interview went viral, but McMillen clarified his position while reaffirming his belief that he can defeat Volkanovski or anyone else at 145 pounds. The 28-year-old emphasizes his unusual physical attributes for the division—standing 6'6" and weighing 220 pounds—combined with a lifelong wrestling base that gives him versatility across all fighting ranges.

McMillen was particularly dismissive of Evloev, questioning the challenger's entertainment value and expressing skepticism about wrestling-heavy styles. Despite his criticism of Evloev's approach, McMillen made clear he has supreme confidence in his own skill set and willingness to fight anyone in the promotion for the right opportunity.

Volkanovski earned his GOAT status through dominant performances, including a recent lopsided decision win over Diego Lopes in their rematch earlier this year. Evloev secured his title shot by defeating Lerone Murphy at UFC London in March. Both fighters represent stern tests, but McMillen's confidence suggests he believes his size, wrestling pedigree, and striking would pose significant problems for either champion or challenger.