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UFC Baku preview, start time, full fight as Jamahal Hill battles Khalil Rountree Jr.

The UFC is set to make its debut in Azerbaijan as two top Light Heavyweights will clash in the main event of their card in Baku. The main event pits two top Light Heavyweights in Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr, against one another on top of an impressive fight card.

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UFC Atlanta star became one of the most feared knockout artists after starching the only man to beat Magomed Ankalaev

A UFC Atlanta fighter announced himself as one of the promotion’s hardest-hitters with a bonus-winning knockout in 2019. On the heels of two bantamweight title fights at UFC 316, attention turns to the welterweight division in Atlanta on Saturday.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 8

Alex Pereira responds to Magomed Ankalaev’s deadline for rematch, claims ‘no one knows he’s the champion’

Alex Pereira has remained relatively quiet since losing his light heavyweight title earlier this year. In the meantime, Magomed Ankalaev has claimed that Pereira isn’t coming back with the champion stating that he’s agreed to face the Brazilian in a rematch on several occasions.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 7

Alex Pereira is given a deadline to accept Magomed Ankalaev rematch or he’ll be controversially skipped

It seems the time is ticking on Alex Pereira’s UFC light heavyweight championship rematch. Pereira was beaten by Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 in March, bringing an end to his entertaining reign at 205 pounds in his fourth defense.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 5

Alex Pereira sends chilling response to Magomed Ankalaev over UFC retirement claim

Alex Pereira has broken his silence regarding his UFC return. Retirement isn't on the table right now, at least for the former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 5

Pereira’s Alternatives To Ankalaev

Alex Pereira is not guaranteed to fight Magomed Ankalaev in the rematch as we examine some alternatives. Pereira experienced a unanimous decision defeat in their clash, as he suffered his first loss at light heavyweight.

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 / Bloody Elbow / June 4

Alex Pereira responds to Magomed Ankalaev’s claims he’s ‘never coming back’ amidst stalled rematch talks

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira addressed speculation about a potential Magomed Ankalaev rematch. Alex Pereira suffered his first UFC light heavyweight setback against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 earlier this year.

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 / MMA on SI / May 31

Former UFC champ backs Alex Pereira to turn tables against Magomed Ankalaev

Israel Adesanya’s multi-combat sport history leaves him confident Alex Pereira can exact revenge on Magomed Ankalaev if they were to fight again. Ankalaev took the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship away from Pereira in March.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 29

Israel Adesanya rates Alex Pereira’s chances against Magomed Ankalaev in potential UFC rematch

Alex Pereira has been given a decent shot to beat UFC champ Magomed Ankalaev. The UFC Light Heavyweight title changed hands earlier this year when Pereira lost to Ankalaev in the main event of UFC 313.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 19

Surprise name predicted for Magomed Ankalaev’s first title defense amidst Alex Pereira uncertainty

UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev might not run it back with Alex Pereira right away. Magomed Ankalaev ended Alex Pereira‘s history-making UFC light heavyweight title reign in a unanimous decision win at UFC 313 earlier this year.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 16

Magomed Ankalaev has open challenge accepted in shock callout from UFC star outside the light heavyweight division

While he may not have intended to, UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev has attracted attention from outside his weight class. Following his title crowning at UFC 313 in March, Ankalaev was lined up to rematch Alex Pereira, whose reign had come to an end after three successful defenses.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 15

Magomed Ankalaev calls out unlikely contenders for next UFC fight

Freshly minted UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev has sent an open invitation to the 205 lbs division. Ankalaev dethroned Alex Pereira at UFC 313 to earn the title, and was expected to perform again at International Fight Week.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 14

‘Don’t be scared homie’… Magomed Ankalaev responds after Alex Pereira rematch doesn’t materialize for UFC 317

Magomed Ankalaev will not be in action on International Fight Week despite the UFC offering him this spot. Ankalaev claimed he was ready to move on from Alex Pereira after their light heavyweight title rematch was discussed for UFC 317.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 12

Magomed Ankalaev’s only career loss came via buzzer-beater to UFC Vegas 106 star

The man who took UFC champ Magomed Ankalaev’s undefeated record returns this weekend. Dagestan’s light heavyweight king is one of the more dominant champions we’ve had in recent memory.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 12

Magomed Ankalaev calls out Alex Pereira, UFC 317 main event still in flux

In the latest twist of UFC matchmaking drama, reigning light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev took to X with a pointed message aimed at his former

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 12

Alex Pereira Faces Accusation of Ducking International Fight Week Fight Against Magomed Ankalaev

From one of the most active UFC fighters to being called a duck, perception of Alex Pereira has shifted dramatically recently. After losing his UFC light heavyweight title to Magomed Ankalaev, Pereira has expressed strong interest in avenging the tough defeat.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 11

Magomed Ankalaev threatens Alex Pereira with ultimatum after revealing UFC’s latest offer

Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira 2 is only available for a limited time. The UFC Light Heavyweight division remains on standby a couple of months removed from Magomed Ankalaev’s title win over Alex Pereira at UFC 313 where the Dagestan native secured a unanimous decision.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 9

Magomed Ankalaev hints at Alex Pereira rematch date

After capturing UFC gold and becoming the first Russian light heavyweight champion in company history, Magomed Ankalaev is preparing to defend his title.

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 / Athlon Sports / March 10

Magomed Ankalaev Destroys Jon Jones' Flex Post with Classic Accusation

Magomed Ankalaev wasted little time responding to Jon Jones after the heavyweight champion shared a celebratory post in the aftermath of UFC 313. Jones, who still holds the UFC heavyweight title, highlighted his dominance by pointing out that he has more title defenses than all current male champions combined.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / March 10

Pros React To Ankalaev Beating Pereira – ‘Garbage Decision’

MMA pros gave their take on Magomed Ankalaev defeating Alex Pereira to become the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion at UFC 313. Ankalaev secured a unanimous decision victory to end Pereira’s reign as champion, giving the latter his first loss at the weight class: 49-46, 48-47, 48-47.

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.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / March 6

Magomed Ankalaev’s net worth in 2025

Magomed Ankalaev has a net worth of $1 million in 2025. He has a chance to earn life-changing money that will skyrocket his fiscal status in his next fight, though.