Magomed Ankalaev stops Bogdan Guskov in fifth round at UFC Abu Dhabi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 2:29 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Magomed Ankalaev faced Bogdan Guskov in the main event of UFC Fight Night on July 24, 2026, in Abu Dhabi. The bout saw Ankalaev demonstrating patience, waiting until the later rounds to escalate his offense. After a lackluster start, Ankalaev secured a fifth-round stoppage, capitalizing on Guskov's hesitance. The performance has raised questions about Ankalaev's fight IQ and ability to capitalize on opportunities. He continues to face scrutiny despite the win as expectations remain high given his skillset.
- •Ankalaev won by fifth-round stoppage over Guskov.
- •The fight took place at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
- •Ankalaev's strategy involved minimal engagement until round four.
- •Guskov's reluctance to engage contributed to a boring fight.
- •Ankalaev is under scrutiny for not maximizing his advantages.
- 2:29 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Abu Dhabi, The Morning After: Underwhelming Ank Stuck In Second Gear
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