What’s better than some lighthearted fun before facing intense competition? This applies especially to featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski who will be facing Ilia Topuria to defend his featherweight title at UFC 298 at the Honda Center in California on February 17. And 7x SB champ Tom Brady is here to take some stress off of his shoulders with a game of catch. 

Tom Brady is currently on a two-stop tour of Australia in which he met Volkanovski at his show in Melbourne. The event captured a fascinating moment between the two champions of their respective sports on Friday. It’s nothing less than a crossover intrigue that puts the defending champ in a different light than what the public usually sees on the screen. 

Tom Brady and Alexander Volkanovski share a playful catch game

A recent IG post by the NFL showcased the throwing skills of both football legend Tom Brady and UFC champ Alexander Volkanovski. The post featured the two legends having a hearty football time at a recent event, An Evening with Tom Brady at Crown Casino in Melbourne, Australia. The caption read, “A game of catch between a couple of champions.”

Tom Brady isn’t going to let anyone pass by without giving a good challenge. But Volkanovski, a former rugby player, met his expectations, catching both of the NFL GOAT’s throws on stage and down the middle of the aisle like a pro. He even commented on the post saying, “How good” followed by a football emoji. 

The purpose of Tom Brady’s tour to Australia

Aside from being a field legend, Tom Brady is known for his inspirational leadership qualities that constantly put him on the top despite his retirement. His two-stop Australian tour will see him visiting Melbourne and Brisbane for three exclusive sit-down events. Presented by STWS as An Evening with Tom Brady, the event focuses on providing guests with a unique insight into the mind of the unrivaled football legend as he shares his inspiring on and off-field experiences. 

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With Melbourne’s event coming to a close on January 27, the next event will take place at the Royal International Convention Centre in Brisbane on January 28. The scene at Crown Casino had been eventful, inciting interest in crossover sports. Fans can only wait with bated breath for what could happen in the next Brisbane show. 

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