Magomed Ankalaev could contend for light heavyweight title after Abu Dhabi win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Magomed Ankalaev secured a fifth-round stoppage victory over Bogdan Guskov at UFC Fight Night on July 24 in Abu Dhabi. Despite his win, Ankalaev's performance did not impress many in the MMA community. With the current light heavyweight champion Carlos Ulberg sidelined due to injury until early 2027, discussions have arisen regarding Ankalaev potentially being next in line for a title shot. MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee analyzed Ankalaev's future matchmaking prospects alongside other fighters from the event, including Ramazan Temirov, who achieved a first-round win over Steve Erceg.
- •Magomed Ankalaev defeated Bogdan Guskov on July 24 in Abu Dhabi.
- •Discussion on title shot amidst Carlos Ulberg's injury absence.
- •Ramazan Temirov won against Steve Erceg in the co-main event.
- •Future matchups for multiple fighters from the card are under consideration.
- •Analysis by MMA Fighting raises questions about Ankalaev's next fight.
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — On To the Next One: Matches to make after UFC Abu Dhabi
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