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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 3
Dana White questions Aleksandar Rakic’s move to heavyweight despite first win since 2021 at UFC Belgrade

Dana White questions Aleksandar Rakic’s move to heavyweight despite first win since 2021 at UFC Belgrade

Dana White has doubts about Aleksandar Rakic’s ability to compete at heavyweight after UFC Belgrade. The long-time light heavyweight contender recently changed divisions amid a four-fight losing streak.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 2
Rakic Defeats Tybura In Heavyweight Debut

Rakic Defeats Tybura In Heavyweight Debut

Aleksandar Rakic snapped a four-fight losing streak with a unanimous decision over Marcin Tybura at UFC Belgrade, winning 30-27 on all three scorecards in his heavyweight debut.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 1
Alex Pereira sends advice to Aleksandar Rakic following weight gain for heavyweight debut at UFC Belgrade

Alex Pereira sends advice to Aleksandar Rakic following weight gain for heavyweight debut at UFC Belgrade

Alex Pereira isn’t the only former light heavyweight that has made the move up to heavyweight. In June, Pereira stepped on the scales at 251 pounds to complete his transition to the heavyweight division, having previously competed at 185.

MMA News / Lindy's Sports / July 31
UFC Belgrade Predictions

UFC Belgrade Predictions

For the first-time ever, the Octagon heads to Serbia this Saturday for UFC Belgrade. With 14 fights set for the event, there should be a ton of finishes for the fans to enjoy, and here are our predictions for all of the fights on the card.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 31
Rakic Reveals Why He Left Light Heavyweight

Rakic Reveals Why He Left Light Heavyweight

Aleksandar Rakic is leaving light heavyweight behind after two decades of weight cuts took their toll on his body. The Austrian fighter moves up to heavyweight this weekend when he faces Marcin Tybura at UFC Belgrade on August 1, according to MMA Mania.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / July 30
Aleksandar Rakic vs. Marcin Tybura prediction, odds, pick for UFC Belgrade

Aleksandar Rakic vs. Marcin Tybura prediction, odds, pick for UFC Belgrade

UFC Fight Night: Medic vs. Rodriguez is live from Belgrade, Serbia as we present another prediction and pick for this upcoming Heavyweight Division tilt.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 30
UFC Fight Night: Medic vs. Rodriguez: Preview, Date, Time

UFC Fight Night: Medic vs. Rodriguez: Preview, Date, Time

The UFC Octagon touches down in Belgrade, Serbia for the first time in UFC history this Saturday, with a Fight Night card headlined by a welterweight contender clash.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 22
UFC 321 – Aleksandar Rakic vs Azamat Murzakanov: Preview & Betting Tips

UFC 321 – Aleksandar Rakic vs Azamat Murzakanov: Preview & Betting Tips

We’ve got a fascinating light heavyweight clash lined up for UFC 321, as Aleksandar Rakic faces the surging and unbeaten Azamat Murzakanov. Rakic (14-5) was once viewed as a future title contender; he is tall, technical, with crisp striking and elite distance management.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 20
UFC 321 preview, full fight card as two title fights travel to Abu Dhabi

UFC 321 preview, full fight card as two title fights travel to Abu Dhabi

As part of their recent residency in the Middle East, the Octagon leader brings an impressive title doubleheader with them UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi this weekend.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 25, 2025
Aleksandar Rakic Desperately Needs A Win At UFC 321

Aleksandar Rakic Desperately Needs A Win At UFC 321

The UFC has officially booked a high stakes light heavyweight showdown for UFC 321, as Aleksandar Rakic looks to snap a three fight losing streak against undefeated Russian contender Azamat Murzakanov on October 25.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 19, 2025
UFC 321 adding Aleksandar Rakic – Azamat Murzakanov

UFC 321 adding Aleksandar Rakic – Azamat Murzakanov

UFC 321 goes down on October 25th in Abu Dhabi and the card is starting to fill out. Today, we learned about a big time light heavyweight matchup that promises to deliver.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 1, 2025
Aleksandar Rakic retired long-time UFC contender with scary 41-second KO

Aleksandar Rakic retired long-time UFC contender with scary 41-second KO

On this day in 2019, Aleksandar Rakic proved to be one of the most dangerous strikers in the UFC light heavyweight division. UFC light heavyweight Jimi Manuwa was once on the verge of a title shot before a career-ending losing skid left him just short of a championship opportunity.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 7, 2025
UFC 313 Main Event Preview and Prediction: Alex Pereira – Magomed Ankalaev

UFC 313 Main Event Preview and Prediction: Alex Pereira – Magomed Ankalaev

Tomorrow night in the main event of UFC 313, the light heavyweight title is on the line. Arguably the biggest star in the sport right now, Alex Pereira (12-2), will look to defend his title against arguably his toughest challenger in Dagestan’s Magomed Ankalaev (20-1-1, 1 NC).

MMA News / Sporting News / October 29, 2024

What's next for Aleksandar Rakic after taking a third-straight loss at UFC 308?

Who will light-heavyweight contender Aleksandar Rakic fight next after loss to Magomed Ankalaev UFC 308?

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MMA News / Empire Sports Media / October 26, 2024
UFC 308 Results: Magomed Ankalaev remains unbeaten after his decision win against Aleksandar Rakic

UFC 308 Results: Magomed Ankalaev remains unbeaten after his decision win against Aleksandar Rakic

On the main card of UFC 308, we saw a title eliminator in the light heavyweight division. Former title challenger Magomed Ankalaev (19-1-1, 1 NC) was looking to get back to the title as he took on the extremely dangerous Aleksandar Rakic (14-4).

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / October 25, 2024
UFC 308 Preview and Prediction: Magomed Ankalaev – Aleksandar Rakic

UFC 308 Preview and Prediction: Magomed Ankalaev – Aleksandar Rakic

Tomorrow on the main card of UFC 308, we are going to see a title eliminator in the light heavyweight division. Former title challenger Magomed Ankalaev (19-1-1, 1 NC) will look to get back to the title as he takes on the extremely dangerous Aleksandar Rakic (14-4).

MMA News / MyMMANews / August 4, 2024

Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic booked for UFC 308

It appears former light-heavyweight title challenger and no. 2 ranked contender Magomed Ankalaev (19-1-1) won’t The post Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic booked for UFC 308 first appeared on MyMMANews.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / April 13, 2024
UFC 300 Recap: Jiri Prochazka stops Aleksandar Rakic in an instant classic

UFC 300 Recap: Jiri Prochazka stops Aleksandar Rakic in an instant classic

The featured prelim of UFC 300 featured a massive light heavyweight matchup which was being looked at as a potential title eliminator. Former champion Jiri Prochazka (29-4-1) was looking to get back on track as he took on the returning Aleksandar Rakic (14-3).

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