It covers the entire outcomes of tonight’s UFC 313, together with the sunshine heavyweight title battle between Alex Pereira and Magmed Ankaraev.
Pereira (12-2 MMA) might be competing for the primary time since successful his fourth TKO victory over Khalil Rountree Jr. on the UFC 307 occasion in October (see right here). That victory marked the third protection of “Poatan” with the 205 pound title, as he beforehand defeated Jiri Prochazka (twice) and Jamahar Hill.
In the meantime, Magomed Ankalaev (19-1-1 MMA) is aiming to money out the second crack in Promotion Gold tonight. The Russian standout initially competed for a lightweight heavyweight title at UFC 282. There, his battle with Jan Brakowicz finally dominated the cut up draw. Ankalaev not too long ago competed at UFC 308 in October, beating Aleksandar Rakic by unanimous choice.
What all of us had been ready for! 🏆@AlexPereiraaufc vs @ankalaevim pic.twitter.com/kvz2kuqvc2
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One of many UFC 313 essential occasions begins, with Alex Pereira shifting ahead and showing to shut the space. He flips the challenger over the fence and lands a low kick. He throws one other. Magomed Ankalaev seems proper above, however misses. One other low kick will get “Poitan.” He lands one other after which slides down the counter from the challenger. Ankaraev with a low kick. And one other. Alex Pereira solutions with one in every of his personal, however then eats one other. I landed one other low kick with Magamedo Ankaraev with a great shot on the physique. He advances with a excessive kick, however the champion blocks it. One other good outdoors low kick for the challenger. The champion solutions on his personal. A excessive kick from the “Pot” is partially related. He threw a low kick, which appeared to harm the challenger. I maggar the Ankaraev on the best aspect above. Pereira misses straight to the best. Ankalaev solutions with strong contained in the Low Kick. The Russians are actually making use of strain. He lands a kick on his physique after which shoots for a takedown. Alex Pereira defends, however is now pushed into the cage. “Poatan” switches positions and the horns ring out.
Spherical 2 of the UFC 313 essential occasion begins, with Magamedo Ankaraev shifting ahead shortly. His lead leg has already suffered numerous injury. He switches place to keep away from additional injury. Alex Pereira continues to chip with low kicks. He resets however eats a tough entrance kick to his physique from the challenger. A extra strong kick from the Russians. He lands a low kick that may fly Pereira’s entrance paw. Each males are abused relating to lead legs. Ankaraev has a very nice proper hand within the center. Alex Pereira solutions with a pair of low kicks. I sang Ankaraev along with his left hand on his physique. “Poitan” jabs upstairs after which one in your physique. He tries a head kick. Ankalaev blocks it after which lands properly within the center. He connects once more. He is having a extremely good second spherical right here. Pereira misses with a left hook. Ankaraev with a despicable proper hand. “Poitan” with low kicks and crisp jabs. The spherical takes lower than a minute. Magam Ankaraev has a great left hand. Alex Pereira kicked low. An enormous mixture from the challenger. He rocks the champion late, however Pereira survives and returns to his horn.
Robust finish of spherical 2 for the challenger 👀@ankalaevim | #ufc313 pic.twitter.com/6a45hoj259
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Spherical 3 of the principle occasion of UFC 313 begins, with Magomiodoankaraev working instantly. He lands a low kick, then a jab. Alex Pereira enters a circle and lands a low kick. One other good physique kick from the challenger. His confidence is rising right here. Pereira with a great physique kick. Ankalaev is about to shoot for a takedown, however the champions defend the shot comparatively simply. Magamed Ankaraev forces a clinch and lands his knee. He’s now making use of all kinds of strain. Alex Pereira lands the counter on the best to use strain. Inside low kicks may also land for the champion. Magomed Ankalaev continues to maneuver ahead. He lands a tough jab. It stumbled. Fighters commerce jabs. Extra low kicks from Pereira. A high-kick challenger who’s blocked to complete the third.
Championship Spherical 🏆 #ufc313
How do you win Alex Pereira vs. Magom Ankaraev? ! pic.twitter.com/qwllrjbm3n
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Spherical 4 of the UFC 313 headliner begins, with Magamedo Ankaraev shifting ahead and compelled the clinch. He lands some good knees and pushes Alex Pereira into the cage. The Challenger falls for a takedown, however as soon as extra Champion’s takedown protection follows. Alex Pereira breaks freely for a second, however Ankaraev instantly forces a clinch and pushes “Poatan” again into the cage. Good bodywork and uppercut from the Russians. He falls for one leg, however as soon as once more Pereira defends. The gang shouldn’t be glad, however Ankarayev does a strong job there. The choose intervene and forces him to take a break. An exquisite 1-2 Magamedo Ankaraev. Alex Pereira solutions with a low kick. Ankaraev along with his proper hand and a beautiful kick to his physique. He forces clinching and crowd boos once more. Soiled boxing from the challenger. He is clearly received this spherical. A knee on the physique, and one other. Ankaraev with an higher minimize. Pereira throws his opponent to the bottom. The horn finishes spherical 4.
The UFC 313 headliners’ fifth and last spherical started, with many followers and specialists incomes 2-2 within the last 5 minutes. I’ve acquired an Ankaraev with a pleasant proper hand on high. Alex Pereira lastly places strain on him and strikes ahead. A wholesome jab retains him at bay. “Poitan” with a low kick. And one other. Ankalaev goes to the physique on the left. He simply misses on the high proper. Pereira will get an enormous head kick. The Challenger is on the retreat. Alex with a low kick. He must push right here. Ankaraev with a low kick. Two minutes stay within the battle. An enormous jab connects to the champion. He partially lands one other excessive kick. Ankaraev shoots for a takedown. He does not get it, however he pushes the champion into the cage. He strikes backwards and lands his knees on his thighs. It is nonetheless there now. Magomed Ankalaev continues to work for takedowns. Alex Pereira does not enable that to occur. A challenger with agency knees on his thighs. The horn sounds to finish a really aggressive contest.
The second he was ready! 👏@ankalaevim He is the brand new mild heavyweight champion! #ufc313 pic.twitter.com/l4rtlmy8ba
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Official UFC 313 Outcomes: Magemed Ankalaev Def. Alex Pereira (49-46, 48-47 X2) with unanimous choice
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