On the night of October 4–5, the numbered fight show UFC 320. will take place at «T-Mobile Arena» in Las Vegas (USA).
The main event of the evening will be a UFC light heavyweight title fight (up to 93 kg). The reigning champion, Russia’s Magomed Ankalaev, will face Brazil’s Alex Pereira.
In March this year at UFC 313, Magomed took the belt from the Brazilian knockout artist and became the new champion. The bout was dominated by the Dagestani fighter, but some questions nevertheless remained unanswered. Today, the fighters will settle everything once and for all.
MMA records: Magomed Ankalaev (20-1-1) – Alex Pereira (12-3)
Both tend to settle matters on the feet. They have heavy hands and fairly solid cardio. Ankalaev is younger and looked a little fresher in their previous encounter.
What conclusions has “Poatan” drawn from his March defeat, and how will this intriguing title showdown end? Watch live…
The UFC 320 tournament begins at 01:00 (Eastern European Time UTC+2).
Championship fight Magomed Ankalaev – Alex Pereira at around 07:00
(Add 2 hours for Astana and Tashkent).
Alex Pereira won by technical knockout in round 1 (TKO-1). R1 1:20 via TKO (Punches and Elbows).
A devastating right hand from the Brazilian rocked Magomed, followed by ground-and-pound (including elbows).
Pereira reclaimed the UFC light heavyweight championship belt!!!
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