Magomed Ankalaev Reveals the Painful Impact of Alex Pereira Defeat on His Children and Family

Magomed Ankalaev Reveals the Painful Impact of Alex Pereira Defeat on His Children and Family

Losing a title is never easy, but for Magomed Ankalaev, the defeat to Alex Pereira cut deeper than expected. The former UFC light heavyweight champion has revealed how the loss affected not just him but also his children and family. After defeating ‘Poatan’ in their first meeting at UFC 313 to claim the title via […]

Magomed Ankalaev seems to have moved on from Alex Pereira as he eyes bigger prize

Magomed Ankalaev says he would choose a fight for the UFC light heavyweight title over a trilogy with Alex Pereira, suggesting the rivalry that has shaped his past two years is no longer his priority.

Magomed Ankalaev Claims Alex Pereira Landed 'Lucky Punch'

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev says that Alex Pereira landed a “lucky punch” when he got knocked out at UFC 320. In a failed first title defense at 205 lbs, Pereira knocked out Ankalaev just 80 seconds into the fight to win back the UFC light heavyweight title. If you ask the Russian, […]

Magomed Ankalaev laments 'lucky punch' from Alex Pereira in rematch: "His business with me isn’t settled at all"

Magomed Ankalaev insists Alex Pereira found a "lucky punch" amid an injury during their UFC 320 rematch back in 2025.

Alex Pereira allegedly considered leaving heavyweight before booking UFC 335 matchup

According to Magomed Ankalaev, Alex Pereira took some time to consider his next move. Pereira is set to face Sergei Pavlovich in his second heavyweight...

Magomed Ankalaev Calls Alex Pereira's UFC 320 KO a Lucky Punch

Magomed Ankalaev breaks silence on suffering a 1st round knockout loss at UFC 320.