Magomed Ankalaev faces Bogdan Guskov at UFC Abu Dhabi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 11:23 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Magomed Ankalaev is set to face Bogdan Guskov in the main event of UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi on July 25, 2026. Ankalaev's previous opponent, Khalil Rountree Jr., withdrew due to injury, prompting Guskov to take the fight on short notice. The event marks a significant moment for Guskov, as he becomes the first fighter from Uzbekistan to headline a UFC card. The bout comes after Ankalaev lost the light heavyweight title in October 2025, and he aims to rebound in an increasingly competitive division. The overall card features a variety of matchups, including a co-main event featuring Ramazan Temirov against Steve Erceg.
- •UFC Fight Night takes place at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
- •Ankalaev lost the title to Alex Pereira last October.
- •Guskov has a five-fight unbeaten streak and 100% finish rate.
- •Event features notable fighters like Ramazan Temirov and Rizvan Kuniev.
- 11:23 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Ankalaev Vs. Guskov: What's Special About The Abu Dhabi Card?
"Magomed Ankalaev faces Bogdan Guskov atop UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25. Here's the full card, a Hype Score for all 13 fights and how the show rates on the Hype Meter.
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