Magomed Ankalaev Eyes Heavyweight After UFC 320 Rematch With Alex Pereira

The light heavyweight champion signals a short stay at 205 before pursuing a move up.

Overview

Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 is officially set to headline UFC 320 on October 4 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Ankalaev told Ushatayka he plans two or three more fights at light heavyweight before testing the heavyweight division.
Reporters note few marquee opponents remain at 205, with the Jiri Prochazka vs. Khalil Rountree winner and a possible Khamzat Chimaev move cited as options.
A second win over Pereira would push Ankalaev’s unbeaten run to 15, extending a streak that includes victories over Aleksandar Rakic, Johnny Walker and Thiago Santos.
Manager Ali Abdelaziz singled out Carlos Ulberg as a potential tougher matchup than Pereira as the contender pursues a title shot.