Magomed Ankalaev, after winning the UFC light heavyweight championship by defeating Alex Pereira, praised his opponent while expressing readiness for a rematch, but also criticized Jiri Prochazka, calling him a fraud and undeserving of a title shot.
Magomed Ankalaev, the new UFC light heavyweight champion, is making waves with his recent victory. He defeated Alex Pereira in a unanimous decision at UFC 313, claiming his place at the top. Naturally, he took to social media to share his thoughts.
“NO CHAMA,” Ankalaev declared online, while also expressing respect for Pereira and suggesting an immediate rematch. Quite a sportsmanlike gesture, don’t you think?
In a tweet directed at Pereira, Ankalaev said, “It was an honor sharing the cage with you.” He praised Pereira’s team and coaches for their class and expressed willingness for a rematch anytime.
But wait, there’s more! Ankalaev didn’t just stop at compliments. He highlighted his striking skills, which he believes outmatched Pereira’s renowned punching power—a notable absence during their bout.
“I just watched the whole fight,” Ankalaev tweeted. “I can out-strike the best strikers.” His confidence is palpable. He mentioned that his pressure was his best weapon that night.
Ankalaev also responded to congratulations from UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov. Always nice to get props from a legend, right?
Meanwhile, Jiri Prochazka chimed in with praise for Ankalaev’s performance and suggested a trilogy bout with Pereira. However, Prochazka’s comments about going straight for the title didn’t sit well with Ankalaev.
Ankalaev shot back at Prochazka, calling him a “fraud” and suggesting others deserved the chance more than him. Ouch! Not holding back there.
“This guy is a terrible fighter,” Ankalaev added in response to ESPN MMA’s tweet about Prochazka. Clearly, he’s not shy about expressing his opinions.
And that’s where things stand in the world of UFC light heavyweight drama—full of tension, talent, and Twitter battles!