After a historic 2024 campaign that saw him step into the Octagon three times in defense of his UFC light heavyweight title and emerge with three knockout victories, Brazilian superstar Alex Pereira begins the new year in Las Vegas with a UFC 313 main event clash against number one contender Magomed Ankalaev on March 8. A Russian powerhouse who is unbeaten for over six years, Ankalaev will now try to decipher the puzzle presented by “Poatan,” one of the most dominant champions in the world. Plus, high-level action is guaranteed when lightweights Justin Gaethje and Dan Hooker meet in a highly anticipated co-main event.