Poatan attacks Ankalaev in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
Magomed Ankalaev , it seems, is in a hurry to return to the octagon. The Russian faced Alex Poatan at UFC 320, held on October 4th, where he was dominated by the Brazilian and knocked out in just 80 seconds. However, this Wednesday (15), just 10 days after the defeat, he is already back in training.
In a video posted on Instagram, Magomed Ankalaev appeared in a low-intensity striking training session with his coach. However, in the caption, the Russian implied that the defeat to Poatan is not the end of his journey and that he will return soon.
"The journey continues. This is only the beginning," wrote Magomed Ankalaev.
Check out Magomed Ankalaev's training session
Magomed Ankalaev via IG
"The journey continues. It's just the beginning." pic.twitter.com/GQqyEKUDBZ
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) October 15, 2025
Alex Poatan x Magomed Ankalaev rivalry
After racking up four knockouts in four title fights and becoming the best fighter in the world in 2024, Alex Poatan was paired against Magomed Ankalaev in the main event of UFC 313. The narrative that the Russian, with his takedown threat, would be the worst technical matchup for the Brazilian proved true, and the Dagestani fighter had his arm raised by unanimous decision of the judges.
However, after months of provocations from both sides, the rematch was scheduled for UFC 320. This time, Poatan completely ignored any danger, knocked out Ankalaev at 1:20 of the fight and regained the light heavyweight belt (up to 93 kg).
Relive Alex Poatan's knockout of Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320
Alex Pereira ROULES around Ankalaev and ends within a minute of combat
Poatan is new in the ROI of -93kg from the UFC #UFC320 pic.twitter.com/0l1aD3XBEE
— RMC Sport Combat (@RMCSportCombat) October 5, 2025
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