Alex Pereira drops title to Magomed Ankalaev

Ex-UFC double-champ talks reality of heavyweight move for 'maxed out' Alex Pereira
The former Glory Kickboxing champion first fought in the UFC's middleweight division, packing up for 205lbs after a KO loss to Israel Adesanya. Six fights later, Pereira is in a similar spot following his light heavyweight title loss to Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 last weekend.
Magomed Ankalaev def. Alex Pereira at UFC 313: Best photos
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Alex Pereira criticizes Magomed Ankalaev's 'boring style' after UFC 313 defeat
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira may have lost his title to Russian contender Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313, but he wasn't impressed with the wa
Dillon Danis thinks he knows why Alex Pereira looked ‘gunshy’ at UFC 313
Before the fight against Ankalaev, Pereira had worked with a former teammate of Conor McGregor's, grappling star Dillon Danis. Sparring hard rounds with "Poatan", Danis says he predicted he wasn't going to get taken down by the Dagestan-native Ankalaev.
UFC 313: Magomed Ankalaev Says Alex Pereira Ran Away For 20 Minutes
New UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev was dismissive of the striking of former champion Alex Pereira following Ankalaev's win in the UFC 313 main event.
Magomed Ankalaev dethrones Alex Pereira at UFC 313, Dana White hints at immediate rematch
Russian star Magomed Ankalaev captured the UFC light heavyweight title at UFC 313, but may be asked to repeat the feat in an immediate rematch with Alex Pereira later this year.
How Israel Adesanya's Trash Talk Inspired Old Rival Alex Pereira to Join UFC
Alex Pereira is arguably the biggest star in the UFC. The current reigning light heavyweight champion has destroyed every single man in his path since making the move to 205 pounds, and despite only properly making the move over to MMA from kickboxing in late 2020,
Alex Pereira coaches disagree with UFC 313 decision, promise ‘Poatan 2.0’ in Magomed Ankalaev rematch
Coaches Plinio Cruz and Glover Teixeira reveal which rounds they think Alex Pereira won against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313.
Alex Pereira's defeat to Magomed Ankalaev complicates his move to the heavyweight division
Former UFC champion Daniel Cormier does not believe Alex Pereira is "strong enough" to move up a division after losing at UFC 313. UFC 313 left many surprises, and one of the biggest was the defeat of Brazilian fighter Alex Pereira to Dagestani Magomed Ankalaev For the first time in his career,
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“Love You More Than My Wife”: UFC Fans Rally Behind Alex Pereira After ‘Poatan’ Shows Dominance Over Magomed Ankalaev Post-Title Loss
UFC fans are rallying behind Alex Pereira as they want to see him rematch Magomed Ankalaev and win his belt back.
Alex Pereira sets dubious UFC record in lackluster UFC 313 loss
Arguably the biggest star in the UFC at the moment, Alex Pereira may want to forget the bit of promotional history he made at UFC 313.
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Alex Pereira eyes Jon Jones' record at UFC 313: The hurdles ‘Poatan' must clear to make history
Can Alex Pereira break Jon Jones’ historic UFC record at UFC 313? Explore the stakes, challenges, and legacy on the line in ...
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Alex Pereira Isn’t Strong Enough to Deal With Anyone Bigger, Says Daniel Cormier: ‘He’s Maxed Out the Weight’
After his recent loss at UFC 313, Daniel Cormier believes that Alex Pereira is not physically big enough to move up another ...
Aljamain Sterling points to one main reason why Alex Pereira lost at UFC 313
Aljamain Sterling thinks Alex Pereira's active UFC schedule took a toll on him. Pereira (12-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) lost his light ...
Henry Cejudo after UFC 313: 'Alex Pereira's lifestyle is finally catching up to him'
Henry Cejudo thinks former UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira let outside distractions get the best of him. Pereira ...
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Alex Pereira’s ‘Debatable’ UFC 313 Loss Has MMA Influencer Urging Dana White and Co. to Create Contender Series for Judges
An MMA influencer has called for a contender series for judges after being disappointed seeing Alex Pereira lose to Magomed Ankalaev.