Chris Weidman defends Magomed Ankalaev after UFC Abu Dhabi event

During UFC Fight Night 282 in Abu Dhabi on July 27, Magomed Ankalaev secured a fifth-round TKO victory over Bogdan Guskov. While many criticized the fight's lack of action, Chris Weidman defended Ankalaev, stating that the fighter displayed skill despite the fight's pace. Weidman attributed the fight's slow nature to Guskov’s cautious approach, emphasizing that Ankalaev effectively took control in the later rounds. The fight followed a previous match that left fans wanting more from Ankalaev's performances, leading to the current debate about his fighting style.

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