The rematch between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev may very well be taking place far ahead of many anticipated.
After Alex Pereira was dethroned by Magomed Ankalaev lately at UFC 313, Dana White said that an immediate rematch was ‘probably’ the route the promotion would go down.
Fortuitously, Ankalaev accepted that potential, shutting down every other potential opponents for now, with the rematch with Alex Pereira being the battle the fanbase needs.
After such a passive performance from Pereira, the 37-year-old vowed to make changes within the rematch and has been advised to take the front foot when the 2 meet once more.
Alex Pereira reacts to Ankalaev’s latest declare
Only a few days faraway from UFC 313, Magomed Ankalaev claimed that he had already began negotiations with the UFC for the rematch.
Extra lately, Ankalaev’s team accused Pereira of cheating of their first encounter, claiming that the Brazilian utilized grease to his physique to make it tougher for him to be taken down.
Now with their rivalry seemingly intensifying, the Russian champion claimed earlier this week that he has already been given a date for his first title protection.
“I’ve a date and I accepted already, I hope my opponent will settle for too. This time there might be no 5 rounds, I don’t receives a commission by the hour,” he claimed in a publish on social media.
I’ve a date and I accepted already, I hope my opponent will settle for too. This time there might be no 5 rounds, I don’t receives a commission by the hour #BigANK
— Muhammad massive ANK Ankalaev (@AnkalaevM) March 20, 2025
Pereira was probably the most energetic champion all through 2024 and so a fast turnaround for him in 2025 would probably be no difficulty, nevertheless, the date for his or her rematch is presently unknown.
‘Poatan’ responded to Ankalaev’s declare with a easy 4 phrase response.
“Let’s go Ali (Abdelaziz). Chama,” Pereira posted on his Instagram story as he appeared to be on a flight.
Dricus Du Plessis wasn’t pleased with Alex Pereira’s title loss
Together with nearly all of the UFC fanbase, UFC middleweight champion, Dricus Du Plessis wasn’t happy when the 37-year-old misplaced his title at UFC 313.
Pereira has beforehand hinted at doubtlessly transferring again right down to 185lbs to tackle ‘Stillknocks’ and it’s an concept the South African welcomed with open arms.
Nevertheless, after dropping his title, the potential of that was taken away and Du Plessis believes he lost the ‘biggest payday’ of his life when Pereira was crushed.
