Alex Pereira Knocks Out Ankalaev to Reclaim UFC Light Heavyweight Title
ISLAMABAD: In a thrilling main event at the **UFC Light Heavyweight Championship**, Brazil’s star fighter **Alex Pereira** defeated Russia’s **Magomed Ankalaev** with a spectacular knockout, reclaiming his title in emphatic fashion.
The fight, billed as **“Ankalaev vs Pereira 2,”** was organized to settle the long-standing rivalry between the two fighters. Pereira, who was forced to vacate his title earlier this year after **UFC 313 in March**, made a powerful comeback in Las Vegas at the **T-Mobile Arena**, where a massive crowd cheered in his favor.
Right from the opening bell, Pereira launched a lightning-fast attack, landing a devastating right hand that stunned Ankalaev. The Russian tried to counter by grabbing Pereira’s leg but lost balance from the earlier blow and fell to the canvas.
Seizing the moment, Pereira unleashed a barrage of **elbow strikes**, forcing the referee to step in and declare a **technical knockout (TKO)**. Ankalaev appeared dazed and unable to defend himself after the explosive assault.
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Following his victory, Pereira celebrated in his trademark style, while fellow fighter **Jiri Prochazka**, who had also won earlier that night, appeared emotional as he watched the stunning finish.
With this win, **Alex Pereira not only reclaimed his lost title but also strengthened his reputation as one of the most dominant and exciting fighters in the UFC today.**
