Hey fight fans! It’s March 9, 2025, and the UFC world just witnessed a massive upset. Last night at UFC 313 in Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, Magomed Ankalaev took down champ Alex Pereira to snag the light heavyweight title. This fight was pure fireworks, and we’ve got all the juicy details for you right here on FlashNews360.com—let’s break it down!
UFC 313 The Fight Breakdown
Over five thrilling rounds, Ankalaev pulled off a unanimous decision win, with judges scoring it 49-46, 48-47, 48-47 in his favor. Pereira started strong, dominating the first round with his killer striking, but he faded as the fight wore on. Ankalaev turned the tables, using smart clinch work to sap Pereira’s energy and shut down his offense. By the final bell, Pereira couldn’t land that knockout punch he’s famous for, and Ankalaev walked away as the new champ—his 14th straight win!
Who Are These Fighters?
Alex Pereira, aka “Poatan,” had an epic 2024, defending his title three times. Ranked No. 2 pound-for-pound by ESPN, this was his first loss in the 205-pound division. Magomed Ankalaev, hailing from Dagestan, Russia, brought his grappling game and proved he’s a force to reckon with. Fans adored Pereira, but Ankalaev silenced the crowd with this stunning victory.
What Stood Out?
Ankalaev’s game plan was genius—after trading strikes early, he locked Pereira in the clinch, wearing him down round by round. No takedowns, but he didn’t need them; Pereira was too gassed to fight back. That signature Pereira power punch? Nowhere to be seen this time. Oh, and in the co-main event, Justin Gaethje outlasted Rafael Fiziev—another banger worth checking out!
What’s Your Take?
Will Ankalaev hold the belt for long? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Stick with FlashNews360.com for all the latest UFC action. This win’s shaken up the MMA scene big time!
