Magomed Ankalaev Draws Khalil Rountree For Main Event Return At UFC Abu Dhabi
Magomed Ankalaev is set to return to the Octagon for a main event fight against Khalil Rountree at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25. Ankalaev is looking to bounce back from a title fight loss to Alex Pereira, while Rountree aims to recover from his own recent defeat. This matchup features two light heavyweight contenders with significant stakes in the outcome.
- ▪Magomed Ankalaev will face Khalil Rountree at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25.
- ▪Ankalaev is coming off a loss to Alex Pereira, where he was stopped in 80 seconds.
- ▪Rountree also lost his last fight against Jiri Prochazka and has a mixed record in his recent bouts.
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