UFC, Ramadan and Ankalaev

Magomed Ankalaev reveals he's not strictly following Ramadan fasting during UFC 313 fight week
Magomed Ankalaev is a devout Muslim, but he’s made an exception about Ramadan for the sake of his health heading into UFC 313.
'Hes Using Ramadan As An Excuse' Alex Pereira Calls Out UFC 313 Opponent Magomed Ankalaev
Alex Pereira called out Magomed Ankalaev ahead of UFC 313, revealing that he hasn't been fasting. Ankalaev confirmed this ahead of their title bout.
Magomed Ankalaev Breaks Ramadan Fast for UFC 313 Title Shot
Magomed Ankalaev, has made a difficult decision to modify his Ramadan fasting practices ahead of his bout against Alex Pereira at UFC 313 this Saturday.
Magomed Ankalaev 'pleaded with the UFC' to move Alex Pereira title fight to after Ramadan
Ankalaev (20-1-1 MMA, 11-1-1 UFC) challenges UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira (12-2 MMA, 9-1 UFC) in Saturday’s UFC 313 main event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas ( ESPN+ pay-per-view, ESPNews/Disney+, ESPN+).
Magomed Ankalaev Reveals Break From Ramadan Fasting For UFC 313
Magomed Ankalaev adjusts his Ramadan fast for peak performance at UFC 313, where he challenges Alex Pereira for the light heavyweight title.
Magomed Ankalaev Hints He Is Being Forced To Fight Alex Pereira At UFC 313 During Ramadan
Many questioned Magomed Ankalaev's decision to fight Alex Pereira at UFC 313 during Ramadan. Now, Ankalaev has sparked controversy with his reasoning.
Alex Pereira Hits Magomed Ankalaev With Wild Accusation Before UFC 313
Tensions between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev are heating up ahead of UFC 313, with the reigning light heavyweight champion questioning his opponent’s claims about fasting during Ramadan. Pereira, who will defend his belt for the fourth time on Saturday, suggested that Ankalaev may be setting up an excuse in case of a loss.
UFC 313 LIVE: Alex Pereira drops title to Magomed Ankalaev after five rounds – results and reaction
Pereira, a former kickboxing champion, has been a phenom since joining the UFC in 2021. He won middleweight gold in 2022 before moving up to light-heavyweight and adding a second belt in 2023. Then, last year, he recorded three successful title defences with TKOs of Jamahal Hill, Jiri Prochazka and Khalil Rountree Jr.
Joe Rogan breaks down how Magomed Ankalaev put Alex Pereira in 'uncharacteristic position'
Joe Rogan credits Magomed Ankalaev for putting Alex Pereira in uncharted territory at UFC 313. Ankalaev (21-1-1 MMA, 12-1-1 UFC) defeated Pereira (12-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) by unanimous decision to become UFC light heavyweight champion in Saturday’s main event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Alex Pereira's defeat to Magomed Ankalaev complicates his move to the heavyweight division
Former UFC champion Daniel Cormier does not believe Alex Pereira is "strong enough" to move up a division after losing at UFC 313. UFC 313 left many surprises, and one of the biggest was the defeat of Brazilian fighter Alex Pereira to Dagestani Magomed Ankalaev For the first time in his career,
UFC 313 star Magomed Ankalaev breaks Ramadan fast after ‘pleading’ for title fight to be moved
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Magomed Ankalaev Had to Break Ramadan Fasting to Ensure Successful Weight Cut
With a title fight on the horizon, Magomed Ankalaev hasn’t been able to strictly adhere to his normal religious practices.
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Magomed Ankalaev Drops Latest News Of ‘Pleading’ With The UFC To Move UFC 313 Matchup Post Ramadan
Magomed Ankalaev reveals he pleaded with the UFC to move his UFC 313 fight past Ramadan, sparking debate on scheduling decisions.