Alex Pereira, Magomed Ankalaev and UFC

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.
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.
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 lineup reaction: Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev, Justin Gaethje vs. Dan Hooker set
UFC 313 got some heavy hitters. The promotion announced last week the main and co-main event for their 313th pay-per-view event, which takes place March 8 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (ESPN+ pay-per-view,
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 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 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
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.
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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Alex Pereira’s sister works part-time as Amazon driver while pursuing her own fight career
Ahead of her Karate Combat fight on January 24, Aline Pereira, the sister of Alex Pereira has admitted she works part time ...
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 ...
Ex-Champion Israel Adesanya Drops Hype Video Ahead of UFC Saudi Arabia Main Event
Israel Adesanya is ready to get back into action with his first non-title fight in nearly six years at UFC Saudi Arabia.
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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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“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.