UFC 313 Recap: Ankalaev Dethrones Pereira, Gaethje Wins Rematch, and Ruffy Shines

March 10, 2025

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UFC 313: Pereira vs. Ankalaev happened on March 8, 2025, on the T-Cellular Area in Las Vegas, Nevada. The occasion featured a collection of compelling matchups, culminating in a light-weight heavyweight title bout.

Major Occasion: Ankalaev Captures Mild Heavyweight Title

In the principle occasion, Magomed Ankalaev secured a unanimous choice victory over reigning champion Alex Pereira to say the UFC Mild Heavyweight Championship. Regardless of Pereira’s efficient calf kicks and profitable protection towards all 12 of Ankalaev’s takedown makes an attempt, the judges scored the bout 49-46, 48-47, and 48-47 in favor of Ankalaev, citing his dominance within the clinch and vital strikes.

Co-Major Occasion: Gaethje Triumphs in Rematch In opposition to Fiziev

The co-main occasion noticed Justin Gaethje earn a unanimous choice win over Rafael Fiziev of their light-weight rematch. Gaethje, rebounding from a earlier knockout loss, showcased resilience and tactical prowess, touchdown a pivotal uppercut knockdown within the second spherical. All three judges scored the combat 29-28 in Gaethje’s favor, marking his second victory over Fiziev.

Notable Performances

Maurício Ruffy delivered a standout efficiency, knocking out veteran Bobby Inexperienced with a spinning wheel kick within the first spherical. This victory not solely highlighted Ruffy’s placing capabilities but in addition positioned him as a rising star within the light-weight division.

Ignacio Bahamondes showcased his grappling abilities by submitting Jalin Turner through triangle choke within the first spherical, addressing earlier critiques of his floor recreation.

Bonus Awards

The UFC awarded $50,000 bonuses for distinctive performances:

Battle of the Night time: Justin Gaethje vs. Rafael Fiziev

Efficiency of the Night time: Ignacio Bahamondes and Maurício Ruffy

Weight ClassWinnerMethodRoundTimeLight HeavyweightMagomed AnkalaevDecision (unanimous) (49–46, 48–47, 48–47)55:00LightweightJustin GaethjeDecision (unanimous) (29–28, 29–28, 29–28)35:00LightweightIgnacio BahamondesSubmission (triangle choke)12:29StrawweightAmanda LemosDecision (unanimous) (29–28, 29–28, 29–28)35:00LightweightMaurício RuffyKO (spinning wheel kick)12:07FlyweightJoshua VanDecision (unanimous) (30–27, 30–27, 30–27)35:00MiddleweightBrunno FerreiraSubmission (triangle armbar)24:27WelterweightCarlos LealTKO (punches)14:16FeatherweightMairon SantosDecision (cut up) (27–30, 29–28, 29–28)35:00MiddleweightOzzy DiazDecision (unanimous) (29–28, 29–28, 29–28)35:00

UFC 313 delivered an evening of thrilling fights and memorable performances, additional shaping the panorama of a number of divisions.

Roberto Villa is the CEO, Founder, Government Author, Senior Editor of FightBook MMA. Has a ardour for Fight Sports activities and likewise a podcast host for Sitting Ringside. He’s additionally a former MMA fighter and Kickboxer.