Apr 13, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Bobby Green celebrates during UFC 300 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

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UFC 313: Pereira Vs. Ankalaev Updates – This Lightweight Banger Just Got Added to UFC 313!

A thrilling lightweight showdown has just been added to UFC 313, raising the stakes and excitement for fight fans!

Apr 13, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Bobby Green celebrates during UFC 300 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

The UFC‘s lightweight division has always been full of exciting fighters. Since the days when BJ Penn defended his belt to Conor McGregor showcasing his insane counter striking, this weight class has delivered non-stop action. Even today, this division remains a melting pot of styles, where wrestlers clash with strikers, and jiu-jitsu masters tangle with kickboxers, creating a beautiful chaos that fight fans can’t resist.

COMING TO YOU SOON IN LAS VEGAS AT #UFC313 🤩@AlexPereiraUFC vs @AnkalaevM @Justin_Gaethje vs @DanTheHangman pic.twitter.com/ACcoysetEx
— UFC (@ufc) January 19, 2025

Now, as fans head into UFC 313 on March 8th at the T-Mobile Arena, another potential barn-burner has been added to the card. The card is already generating buzz with its light heavyweight title main event between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev, and a co-main event featuring lightweight fireworks between Justin Gaethje and Dan Hooker. But as any true fight fan knows, sometimes the best stories are written by the fighters who aren’t at the top of the poster.

Now, speaking of potential show-stealers, let us talk about a fight that just got added to this already stacked card!

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The Clash Between The Veteran And The Upcoming Fighter

King Green, formerly known as Bobby Green is the veteran who has seen it all. He will face off against Mauricio “One-Shot” Ruffy, a rising star from Brazil’s “Fighting Nerds” camp. Green burst onto the scene back in 2013. He was this slick-talking, shoulder-rolling fighter who could make opponents miss and hit them back with style. Fast forward to today, and while he might have a few more miles, he is still got that same swagger that made fans fall in love with his fighting style.

🚨 King Green vs. Mauricio Ruffy added to UFC 313. LFG.

(via @AlexBehunin) pic.twitter.com/FTUJzFTH7l
— Full Violence ™ (@Full_Violence) January 28, 2025

Mauricio Ruffy on the other hand is a total newcomer to the UFC. He made his debut in May 2024 after fighting in the DWCS, and has since won both of his fights. His exciting fighting style and the trending gym behind him has made him a promising prospect in the division.

This fight is like a classic car meeting a fresh-off-the-lot sports model – both have their own special appeal. King Green comes into this one looking to bounce back from his submission loss to Paddy Pimblett at UFC 304. He has been in there with the who’s who of the division, from Dustin Poirier to Islam Makhachev.

What makes this matchup even spicier is how it fits into the bigger picture of UFC 313. The card is already stacked with Alex Pereira defending his light heavyweight crown against Magomed Ankalaev. Moreover, a co-main event featuring Justin Gaethje and Dan Hooker is guaranteed to be fireworks. King Green and Mauricio Ruffy might not be headlining, but don’t be surprised if they steal the show. These guys have ‘Fight of the Night’ written all over them!

UFC 313 Date and Time: When is UFC 313?

US fans, mark your calendar for Saturday, March 8, 2025, because UFC 313 is bringing another spectacular night of fights to the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The early prelims kick off the action at 6 PM Eastern Time on ESPN+. This is perfect for those who love to make a full day of fight watching.

The prelims heat things up at 8 PM ET on ESPN and ESPN+, leading into the main card at 10 PM ET, available exclusively on ESPN+ Pay-Per-View.

For fans outside the US, that means a late night show in Europe (11 PM GMT, Saturday). This also means an early Sunday morning treat for South Asia, including in India (4:30 AM IST [early prelims], Sunday).

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Alex Pereira

Dan Hooker

Justin Gaethje

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Zaid Quraishi

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