Magomed Ankalaev reacts as Alex Pereira claims he won't be getting next title fight

01/11/2025 05:32 PM

Magomed Ankalaev has given an extremely interesting reaction to Alex Pereira, claiming he will not be the man he fights next.

The Russian has undeniably cemented his place as the most deserving contender in the light heavyweight division.

Magomed Ankalaev tells Alex Pereira, ‘I’ll see you soon’

Since his controversial draw with Jan Blachowicz for UFC gold, Magomed Ankalaev has done everything in his power to earn another shot at the belt he so desperately craves.

With back-to-back wins over quality opposition, for many, the gifted Dagestani is now the only option for Alex Pereira.

However, it appears the Brazilian might be heading in a different direction, with the power puncher, tweeting: “It won't be Ankalaev!”

This social media post unsurprisingly caught the attention of his rival, with Ankalaev firing shots at the champion.

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Refusing to accept what ‘Poatan’ said, the gifted grappler replied: “See you soon, boy.”

In a separate tweet, Ankalaev brutally claimed: “Alex Pereira, you going to do what you been told. You are an employee. See you soon.”

'He's going to lose'… Former UFC champion says Magomed Ankalaev doesn't have what it takes to beat Alex Pereira

Having proven his skills inside the cage beyond doubt, it makes sense that Ankalaev is supremely confident that he has the minerals to put Pereira in his place.

However, not everyone is so convinced that the sambo practitioner would walk away from that fight with the belt around his waist.

A former UFC champion has explained why he makes the reigning King of the 205-pound division, a very heavy favorite.

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