3 days ago · Alex Pereira last entered the octagon in October 2024, defeating Khalil Rountree Jr. via fourth-round TKO to defend his light heavyweight title for the third time in six months.

2 days ago · UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira continues to get ready for Magomed Ankalaev, as the pair headlines UFC 313 on March 8 in Las Vegas, NV.

2 days ago · As successful as Alex Pereira has been since his takeover of the UFC's light heavyweight division, there's still one notable test he has yet to face. That would be 205-pound contender Magomed ...

Jan 20, 2025 · 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.

2 days ago · Alex Pereira vows to "make fun of" Magomed Ankalaev if he secures a victory against the Russian fighter, adding heat to the rivalry.

UFC superstar Alex Pereira puts his light heavyweight title on the line against Magomed Ankalaev when the UFC returns to Las Vegas, Nevada for UFC 313: Pereira vs Ankalaev on March 8, 2024.

Jan 19, 2025 · Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev are set to clash for the light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 313 on Mar. 8.

Jan 20, 2025 · UFC light heavyweight champ Alex Pereira reacts to his UFC 313 main event booking with Magomed Ankalaev.

Dec 19, 2024 · Alex Pereira seems to be moving past a Magomed Ankalaev matchup and Ankalaev isn’t happy about it. Ankalaev has established himself as the de facto No. 1 …

Nov 1, 2024 · Ankalaev has solidified himself as the next man up for the 205-pound championship, and volunteered to face Pereira as soon as Dec. 7. The Russian fighter is …