Magomed Ankalaev faces Khalil Rountree in UFC Abu Dhabi main event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 11:28 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Magomed Ankalaev will meet Khalil Rountree in the main event of UFC Fight Night 282 this summer at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. This marks Ankalaev's return after losing the title to Alex Pereira in October at UFC 320. Rountree has had mixed results recently, with a loss to Jiri Prochazka in October and a victory over Jamahal Hill in June. The bout serves as a key matchup in the light heavyweight division. Tickets for the event will go on sale on Wednesday.
- •Ankalaev has a record of 21-2-1 overall and 12-2 in the UFC.
- •Rountree is 10-7 in his MMA and UFC career.
- •Event date is this summer at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi.
- •Fight card includes other notable matchups, such as David Martinez vs. Umar Nurmagomedov.
- 11:28 AMYahoo Sports — UFC Abu Dhabi main event features Magomed Ankalaev vs. Khalil Rountree
"An important light heavyweight bout tops UFC Abu Dhabi this summer.
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