Magomed Ankalaev has stunningly revealed tonight that negotiations are already underway for a rematch with Alex Pereira following their UFC 313 title struggle simply two nights in the past, after beforehand welcoming the possibility to struggle the Brazilian once more instantly.
Headlining simply over the course of the weekend, Russian standout, Ankalaev stopped the dominant title run of Sao Paulo finisher, Pereira in a contentious unanimous resolution win in Las Vegas.
Scooping the undisputed gentle heavyweight crown with a controversial judging (48-47, 48-467, 49-46) victory, Ankalaev’s victory was argued by Brazilian rival, Pereira who questioned past management, what injury was inflicted on him by the challenger.
“Putting me up against the cage, he (Ankalaev) didn’t really do anything,” Pereira advised Joe Rogan throughout his post-fight interview by an interpreter. “Giving him the win with a gameplan like that, it incentivizes people to do that.”
Magomed Ankalaev reveals negotiations underway for Alex Pereira rematch
And travelling again to Dagestan in the present day following his title coronation, Ankalaev claimed negotiations have already begun for a direct title rematch between himself and Pereira.
Negotiations are already underway concerning a rematch,” Magomed Ankalaev advised, based on Ushatayka. “It’s not yet known who will be next, but we agreed in advance, if they ]Alex Pereira and his team] want a rematch then we are ready.”
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Linked with an October return at an annual flagship card in Abu Dhabi, Ankalaev and Pereira would “probably” face-off in a direct rematch based on stalwart promotional boss, Dana White.
