UFC 313: Pereira, Ankalaev Intense Final Staredown, Ceremonial Weigh-In
UFC 313’s Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev made weight at the ceremonial weigh-ins in Las Vegas.
The light heavyweight championship is on the line as Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev headline Saturday’s UFC 313 at T-Mobile Arena. 1 Before their clash, broadcast on ESPN+ pay-per-view, ESPNews/Disney+, and ESPN+, they engaged in a final staredown.
Since capturing the 205-pound title in November 2023, Alex Pereira seeks his fourth successful defense. Standing in his way is Magomed Ankalaev, who boasts a remarkable 13-fight undefeated run stretching back more than six years.
THEY FACE OFF #UFC313 pic.twitter.com/RaPLIIlez7
— Spinnin Backfist (@SpinninBackfist) March 8, 2025
🗣️ Magomed Ankalaev: "I'm going to EAT this guy. All these people booing me right now, tomorrow they're gonna love me." 😳
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) March 8, 2025
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🗣️ Alex Pereira: "I think this is a great challenge… but this is my time. CHAMA." 🗿🔥
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) March 8, 2025
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Repeat or Revenge in our #UFC313 co-main event?!
— UFC Europe (@UFCEurope) March 8, 2025
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