Johnny Walker Eyes Redemption in Ankalaev Rematch, Plans Future in Heavyweight Division

After a controversial no-contest in their first fight, Walker is confident of victory in the rematch and aims to become a two-division champion in the UFC.

• Johnny Walker and Magomed Ankalaev are set for a rematch in the UFC light heavyweight division, after their first fight ended in a no-contest due to an illegal knee from Ankalaev.
• Walker, despite initially protesting the decision, now admits the doctor made the right call in stopping the fight after the illegal knee.
• Walker, who is on a three-fight unbeaten streak, is confident of a victory in the rematch and believes it will put him in contention for the light heavyweight title.
• Walker has expressed interest in moving up to the heavyweight division in the future, believing it to be his 'natural' weight class.
• Walker's ultimate goal is to become a two-division champion in the UFC, following in the footsteps of fighters like Jon Jones.

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