UFC, Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev

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.
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
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.
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 vs. Magomedov Ankalaev title fight headlines UFC 313 in March
Despite all his posturing, Alex Pereira will in fact next defend his title against Magomed Ankalaev, and it’s official for UFC 313.
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 fight card: Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev, Justin Gaethje vs. Dan Hooker to headline in Las Vegas
Ankalaev (19-1-1, 1 NC) is ranked No. 1 in the UFC's official light heavyweight rankings. He's undefeated in his last 13 UFC fights and most recently defeated Aleksandar Rakic. Ankalaev previously fought Jan Blachowicz for the vacant light heavyweight title in 2022, which ended in a split draw.
Alex Pereira to fight Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 in March
Alex Pereira will make the fourth defense of his light heavyweight title against top contender Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 in March.
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.
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Pereira Ready To Silence Ankalaev’s Supporters – ‘I’m Ready For Him’
Alex Pereira, the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, has denied ducking Magomed Ankalaev. Pereira will take on the Russian on March 8 at UFC 313. The fight takes place on the biggest stage from the ...
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“Dedicate the Whole Camp”: UFC Fans Urge Alex Pereira to Sharpen Ground Game Ahead of Magomed Ankalaev Showdown
Alex Pereira's fans are urging him to dedicate his whole training camp to improving his ground game ahead of the Magomed ...
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Alex Pereira reacts to Jiri Prochazka knocking out Jamahal Hill at UFC 311, says he’s open to trilogy
Alex Pereira says Jiri Prochazka has earned a third opportunity to face him for the light heavyweight title following UFC 311 ...
Alex Pereira's sister Aline, UFC veteran Robelis Despaigne, more notables booked for Karate Combat 52
Karate Combat stacked up the deck for its Miami return. The promotion announced several big names for its Karate Combat 52 ...
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Alex Pereira sends UFC fans wild as he teases fight news in three-word social media post
Fans might be getting Alex Pereira fight news sooner than they think. ‘Poatan’ had meteoric success in 2024, defending his ...