UFC 313 is set to answer the question of whether Magomed Ankalaev, the Dagestani fighter, can be the kryptonite to Alex Pereira, the kickboxing expert. A newly released UFC 313 cold open video emphasizes the upcoming fight as a battle between “a different kind of beast” and “a smashing force.”
Narrated by actor Ron Perlman, the video delves into this highly anticipated matchup. The fight could solidify Pereira’s place among the greatest light heavyweight champions with a fourth title defense, or it could see Ankalaev take the crown from one of today’s most popular UFC figures.
The video, shared by UFC CEO Dana White, also gives attention to the co-main event between Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev. This lightweight fight, arranged on short notice due to Dan Hooker’s hand injury withdrawal, is described as “a rematch of epic proportions.”
The UFC 313 main card will also showcase four more lightweight bouts. King Green will face Mauricio Ruffy as the pay-per-view opener, and Jalin Turner will compete against Ignacio Bahamondes. Additionally, a strawweight fight between Brazilian fighters Amanda Lemos and Iasmin Lucindo is on the card.
