MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom goes in-depth to break down the biggest fights in the UFC. Today, he takes a closer look at the UFC 313 main event title fight between light heavyweight champion Alex Pereria and challenger Magomed Ankalaev . Alex Pereira UFC 313 preview Staple info: Record: 12-2 MMA, 9-1 UFC Height: 6’4″ Age: 37 Weight: 205 lbs. Reach: 80″ Last fight: TKO win over Khalil Rountree (Oct. 5, 2024) Camp: Teixeira MMA/Glover’s Garage (Danbury, Conn.) Stance/striking style: Orthodox/kickboxing Risk management: Good Supplemental info: + UFC light heavyweight champion + Former UFC middleweight champion + 5x Glory middleweight and light heavyweight titles + Pro kickboxing record: 33-7 (21 wins by KO) + Brazilian jiiu-jitsu black belt + 9 KO victories + 3 first-round finishes + Knockout power ^ Superb proprioception and accuracy + Devastating left hook and right cross ^ Times splits and counters well + Dangerous knees and leg kicks + Strong inside the clinch ^ Underhooks, overhooks and separations + Serviceable grappling game +/-2-0 against dedicated UFC-level southpaws Magomed Ankalaev UFC 313 preview Staple info: 19-1-1 MMA, 10-1-1 UFC Height: 6’3″ Age: 32 Weight: 205 lbs. Reach: 75″ Last fight: Decision win over Aleksandar Rakic (Oct