{"id":27118,"date":"2025-03-09T10:57:17","date_gmt":"2025-03-09T09:57:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=27118"},"modified":"2025-03-09T10:57:19","modified_gmt":"2025-03-09T09:57:19","slug":"ufc-light-heavyweight-rankings-aftermath-of-ufc-313-as-magomed-ankalaev-shuts-down-alex-pereiras-striking-to-win-the-ufc-light-heavyweight-title","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/ufc-light-heavyweight-rankings-aftermath-of-ufc-313-as-magomed-ankalaev-shuts-down-alex-pereiras-striking-to-win-the-ufc-light-heavyweight-title\/","title":{"rendered":"UFC Light Heavyweight Rankings \u2013 Aftermath Of UFC 313 As Magomed Ankalaev Shuts Down Alex Pereira\u2019s Striking To Win The UFC Light Heavyweight Title!"},"content":{"rendered":"

The fight world buzzed with excitement last weekend. Magomed Ankalaev shocked fans by defeating Alex Pereira at UFC<\/a> 313. The Russian fighter used his well rounded skills to neutralize Pereira’s feared striking. This upset has completely shaken up the light heavyweight division rankings.<\/p>

Ankalaev’s performance wasn’t flashy but it was effective. He stuck to a smart gameplan from the opening bell. By constantly threatening takedowns, he kept Pereira guessing. When they did exchange strikes, Ankalaev was careful not to overcommit. This prevented Pereira from landing his signature counter left hook. The fight went the distance with the Dagestani winning a unanimous decision. Judges scored it 48-47, 48-47, and 49-46 in his favor.<\/p>

Also Read: UFC 313 Results – Magomed Ankalaev Shocks The World, Shuts Down Alex Pereira For The LHW Title<\/a><\/p>

UFC Light Heavyweight Rankings (Post-UFC 313: Pereira vs. Ankalaev)<\/h2>

The new rankings reflect this massive shift in power. Ankalaev now sits atop the division as champion. Here are the updated rankings for the light heavyweight division:<\/p>

Ranking<\/strong><\/td>Fighter<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Champion<\/td>Magomed Ankalaev <\/td><\/tr>
#1<\/td>Alex Pereira<\/td><\/tr>
#2<\/td>Jiri Prochazka<\/td><\/tr>
#3<\/td>Jan Blachowicz<\/td><\/tr>
#4<\/td>Jamahal Hill<\/td><\/tr>
#5<\/td>Aleksandar Rakic<\/td><\/tr>
#6<\/td>Carlos Ulberg<\/td><\/tr>
#7<\/td>Khalil Rountree Jr.<\/td><\/tr>
#8<\/td>Nikita Krylov<\/td><\/tr>
#9<\/td>Volkan Oezdemir<\/td><\/tr>
#10<\/td>Johnny Walker<\/td><\/tr>
#11<\/td>Dominick Reyes<\/td><\/tr>
#12<\/td>Azamat Murzakanov<\/td><\/tr>
#13<\/td>Bogdan Guskov<\/td><\/tr>
#14<\/td>Alonzo Menifield<\/td><\/tr>
#15<\/td>Anthony Smith<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>

What Is Next For UFC’s Light Heavyweight Division<\/h2>

With Ankalaev now the champion, the division has shaken up. Dana White recently revealed that the probability of a rematch between them is high. This leaves the rest of the division to scramble among themselves.<\/p>

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🚨 Dana White says he “probably” leans towards an immediate rematch between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev 👀 #UFC313<\/a>pic.twitter.com\/Mq62EPEL28<\/a><\/p>— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) March 9, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>