UFC Faces Uncertainty After Magomed Ankalaev Defeats Alex Pereira at UFC 313
Alex Pereira's loss raises questions about UFC's star power and future matchups, as talks of a rematch and title defense plans emerge.
- Magomed Ankalaev defeated Alex Pereira by unanimous decision at UFC 313, disrupting UFC's plans for its light heavyweight division.
- Dana White and UFC insiders are concerned about the promotion's current lack of major star power to drive pay-per-view sales.
- Joe Rogan and fans noted Pereira’s uncharacteristically defensive performance, which allowed Ankalaev to control the fight and secure victory.
- Discussions of an immediate rematch are underway, with Ankalaev expressing willingness to defend his title against Pereira again, possibly in Abu Dhabi.
- Former champion Jiri Prochazka has also shown interest in challenging Ankalaev, adding further intrigue to the light heavyweight title picture.