Alex Pereira successfully defended his light heavyweight title for the first time by knocking out Jamahal Hill in the main event of UFC 300. Following this victory, Pereira is set to defend his championship against other top contenders in the light heavyweight division.
Despite being a leading contender, Magomed Ankalaev has yet to receive a title shot against Pereira, prompting fans to question Ankalaev’s manager about the reasons behind this.
Fans Seek Clarification from Magomed Ankalaev’s Manager Regarding Alex Pereira’s Title Bout
After Pereira secured a first-round knockout victory over Jamahal Hill in their scheduled five-round championship bout, Ankalaev issued a challenge. However, Alex Pereira showed no enthusiasm for the fight at the time.
Now, fans are eager for this title showdown and are demanding an explanation regarding the potential matchup between Pereira and Ankalaev. Let’s see what Ali Abdelaziz, Ankalaev’s manager, says about this matter.
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Magomed Ankalaev solidified his bid for the light heavyweight title by knocking out Johnny Walker, elevating himself to the #2 spot in the UFC light heavyweight rankings. He’s now a prime contender for a title shot against Alex Pereira. However, despite Ankalaev proposing the idea, Pereira has expressed reluctance to fight towards the end of the year.
This discrepancy has left fans seeking justification. Ali Abdelaziz addressed the situation, urging patience and suggesting that only time will reveal the outcome of this potential matchup. However, he added that if the fight does come to fruition, it has the potential to be one of the best of 2024.
