UFC, Ramadan and Ankalaev

Magomed Ankalaev 'pleaded with the UFC' to move Alex Pereira title fight to after Ramadan
Ankalaev (20-1-1 MMA, 11-1-1 UFC) challenges UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira (12-2 MMA, 9-1 UFC) in Saturday’s UFC 313 main event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas ( ESPN+ pay-per-view, ESPNews/Disney+, ESPN+).
'Hes Using Ramadan As An Excuse' Alex Pereira Calls Out UFC 313 Opponent Magomed Ankalaev
Alex Pereira called out Magomed Ankalaev ahead of UFC 313, revealing that he hasn't been fasting. Ankalaev confirmed this ahead of their title bout.
Magomed Ankalaev Reveals Break From Ramadan Fasting For UFC 313
Magomed Ankalaev adjusts his Ramadan fast for peak performance at UFC 313, where he challenges Alex Pereira for the light heavyweight title.
Alex Pereira Hits Magomed Ankalaev With Wild Accusation Before UFC 313
Tensions between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev are heating up ahead of UFC 313, with the reigning light heavyweight champion questioning his opponent’s claims about fasting during Ramadan. Pereira, who will defend his belt for the fourth time on Saturday, suggested that Ankalaev may be setting up an excuse in case of a loss.
Magomed Ankalaev Hints He Is Being Forced To Fight Alex Pereira At UFC 313 During Ramadan
Many questioned Magomed Ankalaev's decision to fight Alex Pereira at UFC 313 during Ramadan. Now, Ankalaev has sparked controversy with his reasoning.
UFC 313 LIVE: Alex Pereira drops title to Magomed Ankalaev after five rounds – results and reaction
Pereira, a former kickboxing champion, has been a phenom since joining the UFC in 2021. He won middleweight gold in 2022 before moving up to light-heavyweight and adding a second belt in 2023. Then, last year, he recorded three successful title defences with TKOs of Jamahal Hill, Jiri Prochazka and Khalil Rountree Jr.
Magomed Ankalaev had one major request to UFC before Alex Pereira fight
Magomed Ankalaev was leapfrogged by #7-ranked Khalil Rountree Jr. in the last light heavyweight title fight vs. Alex Pereira at UFC 307. Coming off a win over Aleksandar Rakic at UFC 308, the #1 contender in the world wasn't going to let another golden opportunity pass him by.
Alex Pereira's coaches think he beat Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313, promise 'Poatan 2.0' in rematch
Alex Pereira's coaches disagree with the UFC 313 decision. Pereira (12-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) lost his light heavyweight title to Magomed Ankalaev (21-1-1 MMA, 12-1-1 UFC) by unanimous decision in Saturday's UFC 313 main event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Alex Pereira offers no excuses after UFC 313 loss, says talks for Magomed Ankalaev rematch already underway
It appears Alex Pereira will immediately get an opportunity to avenge his UFC 313 title loss. Pereira (12-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) lost his light heavyweight title to Magomed Ankalaev (21-1-1 MMA, 12-1-1 UFC)
Alex Pereira Confirms Talks For Next UFC Fight
This past weekend at UFC 313, Alex Pereira lost his UFC light heavyweight title via unanimous decision to Magomed Ankalaev. The Brazilian's performance was somewhat uncharacteristic compared to what we have seen from him typically in the UFC,
Ex-UFC champion talks ‘unfinished business’ with Magomed Ankalaev & Alex Pereira
Blachowicz has a score to settle with new UFC Champ Magomed Ankalaev. Former light heavyweight champion Blachowicz is one of the two men Ankalaev was unable to beat inside the Octagon, bringing him his toughest challenge back at UFC 282.
Magomed Ankalaev reveals he's not strictly following Ramadan fasting during UFC 313 fight week
Magomed Ankalaev is a devout Muslim, but he’s made an exception about Ramadan for the sake of his health heading into UFC 313 ...
UFC 313 star Magomed Ankalaev breaks Ramadan fast after ‘pleading’ for title fight to be moved
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Magomed Ankalaev Breaks Ramadan Fast for UFC 313 Title Shot
Magomed Ankalaev, has made a difficult decision to modify his Ramadan fasting practices ahead of his bout against Alex ...
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Magomed Ankalaev Had to Break Ramadan Fasting to Ensure Successful Weight Cut
With a title fight on the horizon, Magomed Ankalaev hasn’t been able to strictly adhere to his normal religious practices.