Magomed Ankalaev didn't exactly wrestle the UFC light heavyweight title away from Alex Pereira, but he did manage to beat ...

UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira’s first win in the Octagon came despite the worst injury of his combat sports career. Alex Pereira‘s quick ascent in the UFC is unprecedented.

Pereira puts his light heavyweight belt on the line against the top-ranked challenger on Saturday with the possibility of ...

Magomed Ankalaev successfully dethroned Alex Pereira, claiming the light heavyweight title via unanimous decision at UFC 313.

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The 42-year-old hasn't fought since he faced Alex Pereira in the Brazilian's 205-pound divison debut at UFC 291 back in 2023. 'Poatan' won the fight via split decision, and while Blachowicz had ...

Alex Pereira hits Magomed Ankalaev during a UFC 313 mixed martial ... Gaethje was scheduled to fight Dan Hooker, who pulled ...

LAS VEGAS — Magomed Ankalaev’s plan coming into Saturday’s light heavyweight bout at UFC 313 was to pressure Alex Pereira.

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill has revealed who he believes will win at UFC 313 when Alex Pereira defends ...

Now, it appears that the official talks have begun about a rematch, with Ankalaev saying he would be happy to give Pereira ...

Newly-crowned light-heavyweight champion Ankalaev was willing to stand and trade with Pereira as he claimed the belt in the ...

UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira overcame a severe ankle and foot injury to secure his first win in the octagon, setting the stage for a remarkable UFC career. The fighter’s rapid ...