Bogdan Guskov reacts after loss to Magomed Ankalaev at UFC Abu Dhabi

Bogdan Guskov issued a statement following a defeat by TKO to Magomed Ankalaev in the fifth round of their bout at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25, 2026. Guskov expressed gratitude for the support he received and acknowledged that it was not his night in the octagon. The match was a main event featuring Guskov, who had entered the fight unbeaten in his last five contests but faced a tough opponent in former champion Ankalaev. Despite the disappointing outcome, Guskov is committed to learning from the experience and plans to return stronger. He was originally slated to fight Jan Blachowicz in a rematch next month, but chose to take on Ankalaev instead.

• 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bogdan Guskov releases first statement after lopsided loss to Magomed Ankalaev in UFC Abu Dhabi headliner