Former UFC light heavyweight title challenger Magomed Ankalaev said he is ready to fight Alex Pereira at UFC 300 on April 13 in Las Vegas, USA.
At the press conference after UFC Fight Night 234, Ankalaev said:
Magomed Ankalaev
Of course, I'm ready [to fight Alex Pereira at UFC 300]. I'm just waiting for the message, then I'm going in.
Recall, at this tournament Ankalaev defeated Brazilian Johnny Walker by knockout in the second round. The 31-year-old Ankalaev has 18 wins, one loss and one draw. Walker, 31, has 21 wins and eight losses.
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