The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has announced a highly anticipated rematch as Alex Pereira prepares to face Magomed Ankalaev for the light heavyweight title at UFC 320. This event is set to take place in Las Vegas on October 7, 2025. Pereira aims to reclaim his standing after losing to Ankalaev at UFC 313, where he suffered a decisive defeat.
UFC 320 will feature an impressive lineup of fights, making it a key event in the late 2025 calendar, alongside other significant events in Australia, France, and Brazil. As the penultimate pay-per-view (PPV) before Tom Aspinall’s first title defense at UFC 321, anticipation is building among fans for this action-packed card.
Main Card Highlights
The main card for UFC 320, announced during the UFC Shanghai broadcast on August 23, consists of five exciting matchups. One notable addition is a fight between Josh Emmett and Youssef Zalal, where Emmett will defend his top ranking against Zalal, who is looking to regain momentum after a challenging period.
The complete main card lineup includes:
– (c) Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira; light heavyweight title
– (c) Merab Dvalishvili vs. Cory Sandhagen; bantamweight title
– Jiri Prochazka vs. Khalil Rountree Jr.; light heavyweight
– Josh Emmett vs. Youssef Zalal; featherweight
– Abus Magomedov vs. Joe Pyfer; middleweight
This card brings together a mix of established fighters and rising stars, promising an electrifying evening for MMA enthusiasts.
Preliminary Fights and Expectations
The prelims for UFC 320 are equally compelling, showcasing talents such as Ateba Gautier and Farid Basharat. Additionally, Patchy Mix will make his second appearance in the UFC following a disappointing debut earlier this year.
The preliminary fights will feature:
– Ateba Gautier vs. Ozzy Diaz; middleweight
– Farid Basharat vs. Chris Gutierrez; bantamweight
– Patchy Mix vs. Jakub Wiklacz; bantamweight
– Veronica Hardy vs. Brogan Walker; flyweight
– Ramiz Brahimaj vs. Austin Vanderford; welterweight
– Edmen Shahbazyan vs. Andre Muniz; middleweight
– Macy Chiasson vs. Yana Santos; bantamweight
With eleven fights confirmed, there is still potential for additional matchups to be announced as the event date approaches.
The UFC continues to engage fans with its robust lineup of events and fighters. As UFC 320 draws near, expectations are high for thrilling performances and unexpected outcomes. Keep an eye on updates as the fight draws closer, with more announcements likely to come in the following weeks.