Ankalaev, Alex Pereira and UFC

Could Magomed Ankalaev Unseat UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira?
UFC 313 may be looked back upon as the event that defines light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira's legacy after all.
Alex Pereira says he requested 'ordinary guy' Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 – and knows who's next
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira clarifies that he was never ducking Magomed Ankalaev. Ankalaev (20-1-1 MMA, 11-1-1 UFC) has been heavily campaigning to fight Pereira (12-2 MMA, 9-1 UFC), but was passed up for a title fight on several occasions.
Magomed Ankalaev issues warning to Alex Pereira
UFC contender Magomed Ankalaev has issued a warning to UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira ahead of UFC 313.
Magomed Ankalaev Vows To ‘Punish’ Alex Pereira As UFC 313 Main Event Gets Confirmed
Magomed Ankalaev promises to punish Alex Pereira in the UFC 313 main event, setting the stage for an intense showdown in the Octagon.
UFC 313 lineup reaction: Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev, Justin Gaethje vs. Dan Hooker set
UFC 313 got some heavy hitters. The promotion announced last week the main and co-main event for their 313th pay-per-view event, which takes place March 8 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (ESPN+ pay-per-view,
Alex Pereira reveals why he changed his mind to accept early return and fight Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313
Alex Pereira has spoken out for the first time since the UFC announced his next fight. The promotion revealed during UFC 311 – their first pay-per-view event of 2025 – that Pereira
Ex-UFC star predicts Alex Pereira’s signature strike could spell Magomed Ankalaev’s doom at UFC 313: "He couldn't walk anymore"
A former UFC fighter recently mentioned how a weapon in Alex Pereira's arsenal can destroy his upcoming rival, Magomed Ankalaev.
UFC 313: Pereira Requested ‘Ordinary Guy’ - Ankalaev Responds
Things are heating up between UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira and his opponent in the main event of UFC 313, Magomed Ankalaev.
Alex Pereira says he requested to fight Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313: “I asked for him”
Alex Pereira says he requested to fight Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 in March as he wanted to prove he wasn't ducking him.
UFC 313: Light Heavyweight Champ Alex Pereira to Face Magomed Ankalaev in Las Vegas Headliner
Undisputed UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira will return to action at UFC 313 when he takes on Russian contender Magomed Ankalaev on March 8.
Should Alex Pereira be an underdog in matchup against Magomed Ankalaev?
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Renato Moicano Warns Magomed Ankalaev’s Mistake of Avoiding Take Down Could Give Alex Pereira an Easy Win
UFC lightweight Renato Moicano urges Magomed Ankalaev to stick to wrestling if he wants any chance of beating Alex Pereira at ...
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Alex Pereira breaks silence on teasing fans with 'It won't be Magomed Ankalaev' tweet, reacts to fight booking: "He's been talking a little bit"
Alex Pereira is set to defend his UFC light heavyweight title against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 despite initially claiming the Dagestani phenom wouldn't be his next foe.