Alex Pereira, Magomed Ankalaev and UFC

Could Magomed Ankalaev Unseat UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira?
UFC 313 may be looked back upon as the event that defines light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira's legacy after all.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
Should Alex Pereira be an underdog in matchup against Magomed Ankalaev?
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Concerns Raised on Dana White’s UFC 313 Headliner as Alex Pereira Divides Fans With Latest Update
UFC 313's build-up has been as fiery as a backyard bonfire. The post Concerns Raised on Dana White’s UFC 313 Headliner as ...
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Alex Pereira trolled Jamahal Hill moments after vicious KO at UFC 311
Following Jamahal Hill's loss to Jiri Prochazka at UFC 311, current champion Alex Pereira trolled his former foe.
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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.
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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 ...
Alex Pereira's sister Aline, UFC veteran Robelis Despaigne, more notables booked for Karate Combat 52
Karate Combat stacks its Jan. 24 Miami return with Alex Pereira’s sister Aline, UFC vet Robelis Despaigne, and more.
‘Ruthless’ – Fans react as Alex Pereira supporters interrupt Jamahal Hill answer with ‘Chama’ chant
Jamahal Hill cupped his ear as fans inside California’s Intuit Dome made their opinions known about the UFC 311 star. Hill takes on Jiri Prochazka this weekend on the main card of UFC 311, ...
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Alex Pereira, Dustin Poirier, and More Offer to Replace Arman Tsarukyan Against Islam Makhachev At UFC 311
Arman Tsarukyan being out of his title fight against Islam Makhachev at UFC 311 had thrown the UFC into chaos for some time.