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Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev meet again in the main event of UFC 320. Ankalaev had wanted to fight ‘Poatan’ for years, finally getting the chance to do so at UFC 313 in March.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / September 8

UFC Paris Post-Event Facts: Fighter Extends Tremendous Win Streak

In their much-anticipated return to Paris, France, the UFC delivered on a wealth of amazing finishes, with all but two of UFC Paris’ 13 matches ending inside the distance.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 6

UFC Paris star who beat Magomed Ankalaev retires in emotional scene after brutal KO

UFC Paris on Saturday had everything, from stunning KOs to an emotional retirement after a brutal loss. The premier promotion returned to the French capital on Saturday for another UFC Paris Fight Night, headlined by middleweight contenders Nassourdine Imavov and Caio Borralho.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / September 4

UFC 320 -- Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira 2: Fight card, date, odds, location, rumors, complete guide

The light heavyweights are set to run it back while a new challenger contends for the bantamweight title

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 4

Alex Pereira gives telling one-word response to Magomed Ankalaev questioning his UFC 320 training

Alex Pereira did not have much to say, but his response to Magomed Ankalaev’s recent criticism was powerful nonetheless. Pereira is fast approaching his chance to avenge the sole loss in his light heavyweight career on MMA’s biggest stage.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 1

Magomed Ankalaev Asks Alex Pereira to Skip Wrestling With Promise to Make Rematch a Strike Fest

The stage is completely set for the much-anticipated UFC light heavyweight title rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira. This thrilling fight will take place in the main event of the upcoming UFC 320 card, drawing massive worldwide attention.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 31

Magomed Ankalaev says Alex Pereira is training for the wrong thing as latest footage leaves many puzzled

Magomed Ankalaev appears even more confident about his first title defense after seeing a glimpse of Alex Pereira’s training. Ankalaev is fast approaching the first challenge to his UFC championship reign, which comes against the man at the expense of whom he rose to the light heavyweight throne this past March.

MMA News / MMA on SI / August 29

Manager confirms dangerous fight for ex-UFC champ that's faced Ankalaev and Pereira

Top-ranked light heavyweight Bogdan Guskov is reportedly set to try and extend his finishing streak against one of the division’s former champions. Already

MMA News / MMA on SI / August 28

Magomed Ankalaev offers stunning prediction for UFC rematch with Alex Pereira

UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Magomed Ankalaev is nearly a month away from making his first defense of his title when he rematches Alex Pereira in the main event of UFC 320 in Las Vegas at T-Mobile Arena, the same city and venue where he snatched Pereira's title in March at UFC 313.

MMA News / MMA on SI / August 28

Ex-UFC champion teases fight news with Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira 2 looming

Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jan Błachowicz appears set to compete twice in a year for the first time since 2022. It’s now been nearly four years

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MMA News / Dice City Sports / August 28

Magomed Ankalaev Promises More Dominant Performance in Pereira Rematch

UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev is aiming to remove all doubt when he defends his title against Alex Pereira in their highly anticipated rematch at UFC 320 on Oct.

UFC champ Magomed Ankalaev reveals two-step plan that could end with Tom Aspinall fight

UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev has double-champ status in his sights. Ankalaev earned his throne by defeating Alex Pereira at UFC 313, and as he prepares to silence all doubt in a rematch, the prospect of Speaking to Ushatayka, Ankalaev said he'd like to fight twice more at light heavyweight before moving up to heavyweight.

Magomed Ankalaev’s sole defeat was a last-second submission to a man Joe Rogan labelled ‘sensational’

The UFC 320 main event sees Magomed Ankalaev looking to avoid a repeat of the one fight he came out second best in his career. The Light Heavyweight champion defends his belt against Alex Pereira on October 4, aiming to add to his 20 wins in the octagon so far.

Magomed Ankalaev Predicts UFC 320 Rematch With Alex Pereira Will Be Much Easier

Ahead of their first title clash at UFC 313, most fans and analysts predicted a rough night for Magomed Ankalaev because of Alex Pereira’s concussive knockout power.

Magomed Ankalaev silenced veteran with brutal finish after ‘one of the most controversial stoppages’ in UFC history

Long before his title reign began, Magomed Ankalaev was involved in one of the most bizarre and controversial fights in UFC history. Set to return to action next month, Magomed Ankalaev will headline his second straight pay-per-view card as he tops UFC 320 against Brazilian star Alex Pereira.

UFC 320 Card: Pereira vs. Ankalaev Plus Huge Dvalishvili Fight

Eight months after UFC 310, the promotion returns to Las Vegas for UFC 320 on October 4 with a championship doubleheader that has fight fans buzzing. On the main card, light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev puts his belt on the line in a highly anticipated rematch.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 23

Projected UFC Shanghai Fighter Payouts: How Much Will the Headliners Earn?

UFC 319 wrapped up in Chicago with a bang as p4p top contender Khamzat Chimaev dominated Dricus Du Plessis to claim the middleweight title. While UFC 320 isn’t going live until October, fans won’t have to wait long for more action.

MMA News / HITC / August 22

Light heavyweight contender weighs in on Alex Pereira’s hopes against Magomed Ankalaev

Rising Chinese fighter is backing Magomed Ankalaev to beat Alex Pereira for the second time. Pereira lost his light heavyweight belt in March during UFC 313 in Las Vegas, where Ankalaev took a decision over five rounds.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 16

Ankalaev Backed To Beat Pereira Again

Ex-UFC fighter Krzysztof Jotko believes the rematch between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev will unfold similarly to their first fight. In their initial matchup at UFC 313 in March, Ankalaev won a unanimous decision, becoming the first fighter to defeat Pereira at 205 pounds to claim the light heavyweight title.

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / July 23

Huge Announcement For UFC 320 and 321 Includes Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev Rematch

UFC CEO Dana White made a big announcement for fights that will headline the next two cards. There will be a rematch at UFC 320 between champion Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira for the light heavyweight title.

MMA News / The SportsRush / June 4

‘Can Sub Jones & Aspinall’: Islam Makhachev Humbled as UFC Light Heavyweight Has More Top-Contenders Beaten on His Resume

Currently occupying the #1 spot in the pound-for-pound rankings, UFC fans would be forgiven for naming Islam Makhachev as their UFC GOAT or, at the very least, the greatest MMA fighter in the world right now.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 1

Can Pereira Beat Ankalaev In A Rematch?

Alex Pereira has been backed to defeat Magomed Ankalaev in their expected rematch and reclaim his UFC Light Heavyweight Belt by two of his former rivals. Pereira suffered his first defeat at 205 pounds at UFC 313, ending a five-fight win streak.

MMA News / The SportsRush / April 24

‘You Are Done, Alex Pereira’: Magomed Ankalaev Pulls Retirement Jibe at ‘Poatan’ as Rematch Remains Uncertain

It’s been over a month since Magomed Ankalaev dethroned Alex Pereira as the light heavyweight champion with a unanimous decision at UFC 313. And now amid radio silence from the Brazilian’s camp, Ankalaev is pushing matters further, asking if the former champion is still up for that rematch he had asked for.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / March 10

UFC 313 Fallout: Champion and Contender Trade Heated Words

The dust has barely settled on UFC 313, and the newly crowned light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev already has a new target on his back. After a dominant performance against Alex Pereira at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas last Saturday, Ankalaev isn’t mincing words about who deserves a shot at his belt.

MMA News / Field Level Media / March 9

Magomed Ankalaev takes down Alex Pereira at UFC 313

LAS VEGAS -- Magomed Ankalaev claimed the UFC light heavyweight title with a convincing unanimous decision victory over Alex Pereira at UFC 313 on Saturday night, defeating the defending champion 49-46, 48-47, 48-47.