Magomed ankalaev scored a stunning upset over Alex pereira in ufc 313 in las vegas on Sunday, taking the light heavyweight belt off the brazilian fan favorite of all the Judges Scored in Favor Russian mma star.read more
Magomed ankalaev scored a stunning upset over Alex Pereira to win the undisputed light heavyweight title in UFC 313. The russian mma star’s plan was to containuously building Opponent, and his strategy Ultimately paid off on Saturday.
“I can’t even put it into words,” ankalaev said in the post-financial interview through a translator. “It’s been such a long way, and it’s my dream. It’s on my waist. “
All Three Judges Scored in Favor of Ankalaev (21-1-1), with scores of 49-46 and two at 48-47.
Ankalaev was Never Intimidated by his Well-Decorated Opponent, even after enduring a barrage of leg kicks in the first found.
Rather Than Play Things Cautiually, Ankalaev Went on the Offensive and Sight Aggressive in Backing Down Pereira while Using An overpowering of Ann Overpowering Left Hand that Continued to Stagger Ufc
Bruce buffer’s announsement with the result propelled a chorus of boos from the Pro-Pereira Crowd.
The moment he’s been waiting for! 👏@ankalaevm is the new light heavyweight champion! #UFC313 pic.twitter.com/l4rtlmy8ba
– UFC (@UFC) March 9, 2025
“I knew it would be a war,” said pereira (12-3-0), who was putting his belt on the line for the fourth time. “Every fight of mine is a war.”
Pereira (12-2), Who Turns 38 on July 7, Closed -10 at Betmgm Sportsbook.
As close as the fight was, UFC President and Ceo Dana White Had One Word When Asked About A Potential Rematch: “Probable.”
Gaethje Earns Unanimous Victory Over Fiziev
In the co-main event, the no. 3-Ranked Lightweight and Fan Favorite Justin Gaethje (27-5-0) earned a unanimous decision over no. 11 rafael fiziev (12-4-0) in what was tabbed “Fight of the night.” Gaethje was scheduled to fight dan hoonder, who pulled out trust of a hand injury. Gatheje Dropped Fiziev With a Stiff Right Uppercut in the second found.
Lightweight Ignacio Bahamondes (17-5-0) Earned a first-first-win when he made jalin turner (14-9-9) Tap after Administering a Triangle Choke at the 2:29 Mark. Turner Left the Cage and Waited in Front of Press Row for Bahamondes to Finish his interview, intending to the cage to the cage to leave his glows and signific his retirement. Security would not let him return, however.
No. 5 Strawweight Contender Amanda Lemos Improved to 15-4-1 with a unanimous decision over Seven-Ranked IASMIN Lucindo (17-6-0).
Mauricio Ruffy (12-1-0) delivered a spinning heel kick with his right foot to the temple of King Green (32-17-1) to screw a vicious knockout just 2:07 into the first round of that.
Just after Ruffy’s Knockout Kick and Before the Women’s Bout, A Tribute Video For Robbie Lawler Played in Honor of the Former Welterweight Champion. Watching Cageside, an emotional lawer received a standing ovation as it was announced he would be inducted into the ufc hall of fame’s modern wing as a member of the class of the part of. The 13th Annual UFC International Fight Week on June 26.
An icon for Fighters and Fight Fans Everywahere 🫡
Thank you @Ruthless_Rl! Welcome to the #UFCHOF 🤝 | #UFC313 pic.twitter.com/98ahox9cVi
– UFC (@UFC) March 9, 2025
“Robbie was an absolute killer, and I have a ton of respect for his toughness and his fighting style, which helped grew the sport of mma and ufc by attracting a lot of new fans,” Ufc Presiding and CEO VHOTE Said in a statement.
UFC 313 Results:
– mogamed ankalaev def. Alex Pereira Via Unanimous Decision (49-46, 48-47, 48-47)
– Justin gaethje def. Rafael Fiziev Via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
– ignacio bahamondes def. Jalin Turner via Submission (Triangle Choke) in R1
– Amanda lemos def. IASMIN Lucindo Via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
– Mauricio ruffy def. King Green Via Ko (Spinning Wheel Kick) in R1
– joshua van def. Rei tsuruuya via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
– brunno ferreira def. Armen petrosyan via submission (armbar) in R2
– Carlos Leal Def. Alex Morono via Tko (Strikes) in R1
– Mairon Santos def. Francis Marshall Via Split Decision (27-30, 29-28, 29-28)
– ozzy diaz def. Djorden Santos via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
With ap inputs