UFC Title Fight Preview: Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev – MMA Odds & Betting Insights
The Lowdown on Alex Pereira's Title Defense at UFC 313
Mark your calendars! The UFC Light Heavyweight Title is on the line as Brazilian champion Alex Pereira, 37, squares off against Magomed Ankalaev, 32, from Russia. This jaw-dropping showdown takes place on March 8, 2025, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. For us Germans, the action starts at around 7:00 AM on March 9 (MEZ). Buckle up and check out all crucial info on this highly-anticipated matchup and our sports betting predictions!
When and Where is it Down?
- Event: UFC 313
- Venue: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, USA
- Date: 8. March 2025
Pereira vs. Ankalaev: Will the Champion Keep His Knockout Run Going?
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira heads to the T-Mobile Arena for his fourth title defense, aiming to extend his longest title defense series in the division's history. His recent victories include a KO of Jamahal Hill (April 2024), a KO of Jiří Procházka (June 2024), and a technical KO over Khalil Rountree Jr. (October 2024).
Pereira boasts a record of 12 wins, 2 losses, towering at 1.93 m and boasting a 201 cm reach, making him a formidable opponent for Ankalaev. In contrast, Ankalaev stands at 1.90 m with a 190 cm reach.
Pereira and Ankalaev shared their thoughts and training insights during a press conference prior to the title bout. You can catch their inspiring words [here] (Video Englisch).
Fans in Germany who wish to watch the title fight can tune in to DAZN's streaming service for the exciting action.
Pereira Offers a One-of-a-Kind Wager to Ankalaev
A recent video broadcast from Pereira extended a unique wager to Ankalaev and his manager, Ali Abdelaziz. The reigning champion proposed a staggering $200,000 wager, with the loser donating their earnings to charities benefiting cancer-stricken children.
However, Ankalaev declined the wager, citing his religious beliefs, as betting is considered forbidden in Islam. Yet he affirmed his annual commitment of giving 2.5% of his wealth to philanthropic causes.
Sports Betting for Pereira vs. Ankalaev
Legal bookmakers licensed in Germany offer a diverse selection of betting markets and odds for the highly-anticipated title fight. If you're interested in placing your bets, here's a rundown on available betting markets and their associated odds:
- Victory Alex Pereira 1.85
- Victory Magomed Ankalaev 2.05
- Alex Pereira wins in round 1 - 7.50
- Alex Pereira wins in round 2 - 8.50
- Alex Pereira wins in round 3 - 11.00
- Alex Pereira wins in round 4 - 15.00
- Alex Pereira wins in round 5 - 17.00
- Magomed Ankalaev wins in round 1 - 12.50
- Magomed Ankalaev wins in round 2 - 14.00
- Magomed Ankalaev wins in round 3 - 17.00
- Magomed Ankalaev wins in round 4 - 21.00
- Magomed Ankalaev wins in round 5 - 26.00
- Over 0.5 rounds - 1.18
- Under 0.5 rounds - 7.50
- Over 1.5 rounds - 1.47
- Under 1.5 rounds - 3.40
- Over 2.5 rounds - 1.90
- Under 2.5 rounds - 2.28
- Over 3.5 rounds - 2.38
- Under 3.5 rounds - 1.80
- Over 4.5 rounds - 3.00
- Under 4.5 rounds - 1.53
- Alex Pereira by KO/TKO or disqualification - 2.55
- Magomed Ankalaev by points or technical decision - 4.33
- Magomed Ankalaev by KO/TKO or disqualification - 4.60
- Alex Pereira by points or technical decision - 7.50
- Magomed Ankalaev by submission - 13.00
- Alex Pereira by submission - 23.00
- Draw - 81.00
- KO/TKO - 1.67
- Points decision - 2.85
- Submission - 8.50
For those eager to bet on MMA and UFC, many bookmakers also provide live betting options during the fights. However, do take note that odds can change rapidly depending on the flow of the match.
Additional MMA Fights at UFC 313
Apart from the eagerly awaited title fight between Pereira and Ankalaev, UFC 313 promises other exciting matchups in Las Vegas. Although odds for these fights haven't been released as of now, they may become available closer to the event. Here's the preliminary card lineup as of April 2025:
- Main Card
- Justin Gaethje vs. Rafael Fiziev - Lightweight
- Jalin Turner vs. Ignacio Bahamondes - Lightweight
- Amanda Lemos vs. Iasmin Lucindo - Women's Strawweight
- King Green vs. Mauricio Ruffy - Lightweight
- Prelims
- Curtis Blaydes vs. Rizvan Kuniev - Heavyweight
- Joshua Van vs. Rei Tsuruya - Flyweight
- Brunno Ferreira vs. Armen Petrosyan - Middleweight
- Alex Morono vs. Carlos Leal - Welterweight
- Early Prelims
- Mairon Santos vs. Francis Marshall - Featherweight
- Djorden Ribeiro dos Santos vs. Osman Diaz - Middleweight
We can't wait for an explosive night of MMA action! Will Pereira defend his title or will newly-crowned champ Ankalaev rise to the occasion?
- What about the betting odds for the other fights at UFC 313? As of April 2025, odds for the fights apart from the title match between Pereira and Ankalaev haven't been released, but they may become available closer to the event.
- Are there any familiar sports figures involved in the wager between Pereira and Ankalaev? No specific sports figures have been mentioned in the context of the wager between Pereira and Ankalaev, but it is known that the $200,000 wager is offered to Ankalaev and his manager, Ali Abdelaziz.
- Who are the genetic 'gens' related to these UFC fighters? The text provided does not mention any genetic relationships between the UFC fighters Pereira, Ankalaev, or any other mentioned in the article.
