In tireless search for the opportunity to face Alex Poatán for the light heavyweight title (up to 93kg.), Magomed Ankalayev didn't let the Brazilian take advantage of his victory in the UFC 303 and has already provoked the champion again. On his social networks, the Russian assured again that it is not necessary to use grappling and said that the result of any meeting would be a knockout in his favor.
“All these guys in the top 5 got knocked out. I'm the best light heavyweight on the planet. None of these guys are on my level and now I can fight the champion and I believe he is not scared of me like the others. Believe me, I'm going to knock Alex out. I don't need to drop it. This guy's chin is gone, but I know he's dangerous," Ankalaev said on his official Twitter account. 'X' (old Twitter).
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By continuing his speech, Magomed avoided demanding another fight in the United Arab Emirates and was willing to hold a confrontation on North American soil.
“Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia, New York, Las Vegas, no matter the place or time, I will knock them out. Be ready, Alex,” she concluded.
Magomed Ankalayev want to face Alex Poatán Next. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter
After a second successful defense of the light heavyweight belt, Alex Poatán he avoided making any decision about the next fight. Despite the fans' desire to watch him in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2kg), Dana White and the Brazilian show more interest in continuing his increased legacy in the current division.
Guys believe me everyone, I will knock out @AlexPereiraUFC I do not need to take him down, this guy his chin is gone but I know he is very dangerous
— Magomed Ankalayev (@AnkalaevM) June 30, 2024
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