Ankalaev promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
This Saturday (25), Magomed Ankalaev has an extremely important commitment in MMA . The former light heavyweight champion (up to 93 kg) seeks recovery against Bogdan Guskov in the main fight of UFC Abu Dhabi . But, before focusing on the duel, which could put him back on the path to the belt , the Russian, when fulfilling media commitments, assembled his best fighter in the sport and surprised.
In content created by 'TNT Sports UFC', Ankalaev momentarily ignored his rivalry with Alex Poatan and highlighted that he possesses a remarkable attribute. The former UFC champion also expressed admiration for Tom Aspinall , the undisputed heavyweight champion (up to 120,2 kg), emphasizing two of his qualities.
Power: Tom Aspinall
Cardio: Max Holloway
Leg kicks: Alex Poatan
Wrestling: Merab Dvalishvili
Chin: Justin Gaethje
Speed: Tom Aspinall
Best on the microphone: Michael Chandler
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And it didn't stop there. One of Dagestan's most successful MMA representatives, Ankalaev also assembled his perfect fighter from the Russian republic. Unsurprisingly, the athlete paid homage to Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov , but also made a shocking choice.
Power: Islam Makhachev
Cardio: Khabib Nurmagomedov
Leg kicks: Shara Magomedov
Fight IQ: Khabib Nurmagomedov
Chin: Khabib Nurmagomedov
Speed: Umar Nurmagomedov
Best on the microphone: Tagir Ulanbekov
Ankalaev's fighters in MMA
Magomed Ankalaev , 34, is an elite athlete and, not surprisingly, was the UFC light heavyweight champion. Currently, the Russian is ranked second in the division.
The athlete began his career in the sport in 2014 and debuted in the organization in 2018. Over the years, 'Big Ank' built a record of 20 wins, two losses, one draw, and one 'no contest' (fight without a result). His main victories were over Aleksandar Rakic , Alex Poatan , Anthony Smith , Johnny Walker , Thiago Marreta , and Volkan Oezdemir.
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