UFC light heavyweight champion, Brazilian Alex Pereira, posted on social media that his next opponent will not be the Russian Magomed Ankalaev.
It won't be Ankalaev!
Alex Pereira
Ankalaev last fought against Aleksandar Rakic in October this year at UFC 308, winning by unanimous decision. His professional record stands at 19 wins, one loss, and one draw, with another fight deemed a no contest.
Pereira's last appearance in the octagon was against Khalil Rountree in October this year at UFC 307. This fight, which was stopped in the fourth round, ended in favor of Alex by technical knockout. His record includes 12 wins and two losses.