Magomed Ankalaev, the No.1-ranked light heavyweight contender, recently shared his thoughts on who he would prefer to fight next between Alex Pereira and Jon Jones. During a press conference at the MMA World Championships 2024 event in Khanty-Mansiysk, Russia, Ankalaev was asked about his preference for his next opponent.
Ankalaev responded with a smile, “The desserts are both very tasty. But Pereira is in my division, so I would choose him.” This comment highlights Ankalaev’s eagerness to face Pereira, who is the current UFC light heavyweight champion.
Magomed Ankalaev is asked if he’d rather fight Alex Pereira or Jon Jones:
“The desserts are both very tasty. But Pereira is in my division, so I would choose him.” 👀
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Will Magomed Ankalaev Fight Alex Pereira?
Magomed Ankalaev has been vocal about his desire to challenge Pereira for the title, especially after his dominant victory over Aleksandar Rakic at UFC 308. Despite Pereira’s recent inactivity since his last fight at UFC 307, Ankalaev remains confident in his ability to defeat the Brazilian champion.
The Russian fighter also took to social media to share his plans for 2025, stating that he aims to beat Pereira in March and then give him a rematch in July. Ankalaev’s confidence and determination have made him a formidable presence in the light heavyweight division.
As fans eagerly await the potential matchup between Ankalaev and Pereira, it’s clear that Ankalaev is ready to take on the challenge and prove himself as the best in the division.
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