Magomed Ankalaev News
Magomed Ankalaev continues to troll the masses after UFC 313 title win
Harry Kettle - March 11, 2025
Jiri Prochazka issues heated response to 'fraud' Magomed Ankalaev: "Nobody respects him"
Josh Evanoff - March 10, 2025
Jiri Prochazka has issued a heated response to UFC light-heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev. The Russian is fresh off his return to the cage in the main event of UFC 313 on Saturday. There, Magomed Ankalaev finally challenged for light-heavyweight gold, facing the red-hot Alex Pereira. ‘Poatan’ entered the bout riding three-straight title defenses, last knocking out Khalil Rountree in October.
Magomed Ankalaev teases timeline for his next fight in the UFC
Harry Kettle - March 10, 2025
UFC champion Magomed Ankalaev has given fans an idea of when he might return to the Octagon to defend his light heavyweight crown. Last Saturday night, Magomed Ankalaev finally reached the top of the mountain. He defeated Alex Pereira to capture the UFC light heavyweight championship, which is the goal he’s been working towards for his entire career. Now, he can call himself the new king, with many wondering whether or not there will be an immediate rematch.
Israel Adesanya gives his thoughts on Alex Pereira vs Magomed Ankalaev result
Harry Kettle - March 10, 2025
UFC star Israel Adesanya has given his thoughts on what went down between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313. Last Saturday night, Alex Pereira failed to successfully defend his UFC light heavyweight championship for the fourth time. Instead, he was beaten by challenger Magomed Ankalaev in what proved to be a pretty competitive fight in Las Vegas. Alas, when it was all said and done, ‘Poatan’ was left without the belt that he’d worked so hard to keep.
Jamahal Hill reacts to criticism over his Alex Pereira vs Magomed Ankalaev scorecard
Harry Kettle - March 10, 2025
Former champion Jamahal Hill has reacted to criticism over his views on the Alex Pereira vs Magomed Ankalaev fight. Last Saturday night, Alex Pereira came up short against Magomed Ankalaev. After an electric run through the light heavyweight division, he tasted his first defeat at 205 pounds at the hands of the new champion Ankalaev. Now, it’s time for him to go back to the drawing board and figure out what exactly he wants to do next.
Dana White gives thoughts on UFC 313 main event and confirms Magomed Ankalaev vs Alex Pereira rematch is likely
Harry Kettle - March 9, 2025
UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on the UFC 313 main event between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira. Last night, Magomed Ankalaev was able to defeat Alex Pereira and capture the UFC light heavyweight championship. It was a solid performance from the man who, for the longest time, couldn’t quite break through to that next level. Now, however, he holds the gold, and he holds all of the cards at 205 pounds.
Alex Pereira reflects on UFC 313 defeat to Magomed Ankalaev
Harry Kettle - March 9, 2025
UFC sensation Alex Pereira has reflected on his defeat to Magomed Ankalaev in the UFC 313 main event last night. For the longest time, Alex Pereira has been one of the biggest stars in all of mixed martial arts. Last night, he came up against arguably his toughest test to date – Magomed Ankalaev. In what was a competitive, tight affair, it was Ankalaev who was able to get his hand raised with a decision victory.
Magomed Ankalaev sends a message to Alex Pereira after UFC 313 victory
Harry Kettle - March 9, 2025
UFC champion Magomed Ankalaev has sent a message to Alex Pereira following his victory over the Brazilian at UFC 313 last night. On Saturday night, Magomed Ankalaev made his dreams come true. He was able to defeat Alex Pereira in a contest that, in the eyes of many, didn’t quite live up to the hype. Alas, Ankalaev went out there and did his job, which is all you can really ask for.
Pros react after Magomed Ankalaev dethrones Alex Pereira at UFC 313
Chris Taylor - March 8, 2025
Tonight’s UFC 313 event was headlined by a light heavyweight title fight featuring Alex Pereira taking on Magomed Ankalaev. Pereira (12-3 MMA) was returing to action for the first time since scoring a fourth-round TKO victory over Khalil Rountree Jr. at October’s UFC 307 event (see that here). That victory had marked ‘Poatan’s’ third defense of the 205lbs title, as he had previously defeated Jiri Prochazka (x2) and Jamahal Hill.
UFC 313: 'Pereira vs. Ankalaev' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - March 8, 2025
The Octagon moves to T-Mobile Arena for tonight’s UFC 313 event, a ten-bout fight card headlined by Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev. Pereira (12-2 MMA) will be competing for the first time since scoring a fourth-round TKO victory over Khalil Rountree Jr. at October’s UFC 307 event (see that here). That victory marked ‘Poatan’s’ third defense of the 205lbs title, as he previously defeated Jiri Prochazka (twice) and Jamahal Hill.
UFC 313 weigh-in results: Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev official
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 7, 2025
The UFC 313 weigh-ins are in the books and we officially have ourselves a world title fight. The main event of Saturday’s card will feature a UFC Light Heavyweight Championship bout between titleholder Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev. Both men tipped the scales on Friday and made championship weight. That means the showdown between “Poatan” and Ankalaev will indeed take place inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Magomed Ankalaev believes Alex Pereira was "protected" ahead of UFC 313 fight: "Picks his opponents"
Josh Evanoff - March 6, 2025
Light-heavyweight contender Magomed Ankalaev has fired shots at Alex Pereira ahead of their UFC 313 headliner. The Russian is set to challenge for UFC gold for the second time in his career on Saturday night. Back for the first time since handing Aleksandar Rakic a unanimous decision loss in October, Magomed Ankalaev will finally face Alex Pereira. The challenger will enter the bout on a staggering 13-fight unbeaten streak, but is currently a slight betting underdog.
UFC 313 | Pro fighters make their picks for Alex Pereira vs Magomed Ankalaev title fight
Cole Shelton - March 5, 2025
In the main event of UFC 313, the light heavyweight title is up for grabs as Alex Pereira defends his strap against Magomed Ankalaev. Heading into the fight, Pereira is a -120 favorite while the challenger is a -106 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the scrap, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro-fighters to get their predictions for the light heavyweight fight. The pros are unanimous in thinking Alex Pereira will be able to get the win and defend his belt against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313, and likely doing so by knockout.
Magomed Ankalaev believes Alex Pereira's time at the top is over after UFC 313: "New stars coming up"
Cole Shelton - March 5, 2025
Magomed Ankalaev believes Alex Pereira’s time as a champion and big star in the UFC is over after UFC 313. Ankalaev is set to take on Pereira for the light heavyweight title on Saturday in the main event of UFC 313. It’s an intriguing matchup and a fight that many fans have wanted to see for quite some time.
UFC 313: Jamahal Hill makes prediction for Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev fight
BJ Penn Staff - March 5, 2025
Jamahal Hill has made his pick for the upcoming UFC light heavyweight title fight between champion Alex Pereira and challenger Magomed Ankalaev. Pereira and Ankalaev’s title fight will headline the UFC 313 show in Las Vegas this Saturday. The Brazilian (and secretly English-speaking) champion has evolved into one of the most dominant forces in all of MMA, but many people believe the Russian challenger, who is dangerous on the feet and on the mat, could have the perfect style to take the throne.
Robert Whittaker urges Magomed Ankalaev to wrestle Alex Pereira
Harry Kettle - March 5, 2025
Robert Whittaker has urged Magomed Ankalaev to use his wrestling in his huge title fight against Alex Pereira at UFC 313 this weekend. On Saturday night, Magomed Ankalaev will challenge Alex Pereira for the UFC light heavyweight championship. As we know, this is easily the biggest fight of his career to date. He’s been in there with some tough guys in the past, but nobody quite like ‘Poatan’.
WATCH | Kamaru Usman gets caught off guard by Alex Pereira's English skills
BJ Penn Staff - March 4, 2025
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira is usually only heard speaking Portuguese. However, he has still managed to catch on with fans all over the world with his incredible Octagon performances and enigmatic personality outside the cage. Some things just transcend language. While Pereira is not known for speaking English, it turns out he’s made quite a bit of progress with the language — enough that former UFC welterweight champ Kamaru Usman was seemingly caught off guard by it.
Magomed Ankalaev responds to Alex Pereira’s $200k wager on UFC 313 title fight
Harry Kettle - March 4, 2025
Magomed Ankalaev has responded to Alex Pereira’s offer for a $200,000 wager on their title fight at UFC 313 this weekend. As we know, Magomed Ankalaev is set to challenge Alex Pereira for the UFC light heavyweight championship on Saturday night. It will serve as the biggest fight of his career, and the second title shot he’s received in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Some are counting him out, whereas others believe this is the moment for him to finally ascend to the top of the division.
Alex Pereira plans to showcase his own grappling skills against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 3, 2025
Alex Pereira believes the MMA world will get to witness just how good his grappling is at UFC 313. Pereira is set to put his UFC Light Heavyweight Championship at stake against Magomed Ankalaev this Saturday night. The title fight will headline UFC 313 inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. A big talking point going into the fight is whether or not “Poatan” can thwart the grappling of Ankalaev.