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.
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 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
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.
UFC 313 Fight Card Main Event Opening Odds - Pereira Vs. Ankalaev
The main event of the UFC 313 PPV fight card sees Alex Pereira put his light heavyweight title on the line against Magomed Ankalaev. We look at the opening betting odds.
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.
MMA Junkie Radio #3533: UFC 311 fallout, Pereira-Ankalaev news, more
On Episode 3,533, the boys looked back at UFC 311 and discussed the fallout from the year’s first big event, including the title wins for Islam Makhachev and Merab Dvalishvili. They also dived into the latest MMA news and much more. Tune in!
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.
Alex Pereira contradicts Magomed Ankalaev's "employee" claim, says he was the one who asked for "this fight"
Alex Pereira will defend his UFC light heavyweight title against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 on March 8 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
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.
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Alex Pereira makes feelings known on whether Magomed Ankalaev is any "different from other guys" he's fought
Alex Pereira is set to clash against Magomed Ankalaev in the headliner of UFC 313 on March 8, 2025, at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
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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 ...
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Former Tsarukyan’s Coach: Ankalaev Is Too Much of a Threat for Pereira
In an exclusive interview with Telecomasia.net, former coach of Arman Tsarukyan, Sergey Torosyan, expressed his confidence in ...