Magomed Ankalaev wins undisputed light heavyweight belt with unanimous decision over Alex Pereira

Magomed Ankalaev hits Alex Pereira during a UFC 313 mixed martial arts light heavyweight title bout Saturday, March 8, 2025, in Las Vegas.

Magomed Ankalaev hits Alex Pereira during a UFC 313 mixed martial arts light heavyweight title bout Saturday, March 8, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)


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LAS VEGAS — Magomed Ankalaev scored a stunning upset with a unanimous decision to take Alex Pereira's undisputed light heavyweight belt at UFC313. All three judges scored in favor of Ankalaev (21-1-1), with scores of 29-26 and two at 28-27. 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). Gaethje was scheduled to fight Dan Hooker, who pulled out because of a hand injury. Gatheje dropped Fiziev with a stiff right uppercut in the second round.

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