UFC 313 to Feature Pereira vs. Ankalaev and Gaethje vs. Hooker in Co-Main Events

The March 8 event in Las Vegas will showcase Alex Pereira defending his light heavyweight title against Magomed Ankalaev, while Justin Gaethje faces Dan Hooker in a lightweight clash.

UFC 313 is scheduled for March 8, 2025, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, with two five-round co-main events announced.
The main event will see UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira defend his title against No. 1 contender Magomed Ankalaev, following months of tension and accusations of avoidance by Ankalaev.
Pereira has successfully defended his title three times in 2024, including a dominant victory over Khalil Rountree Jr. in October, and is coming off a Fighter of the Year-worthy campaign.
In the co-main event, BMF champion and No. 3 lightweight Justin Gaethje will face No. 6 ranked Dan Hooker, with Gaethje entering as the betting favorite after a two-fight win streak.
Both Pereira and Gaethje are known for their knockout power and fan-friendly fighting styles, setting the stage for an action-packed night.