UFC Abu Dhabi results: Ankalaev vs. Guskov
UFC Abu Dhabi took place Saturday afternoon at Etihad Arena, with Magomed Ankalaev headlining against Bogdan Guskov in a light heavyweight contest. Ankalaev, ranked No. 3 at 205 pounds, sought redemption after his first defeat since 2018 came by title-fight loss to Alex Pereira. Guskov, undefeated in his past five fights and currently No. 12 at the division, stepped in on short notice to replace Khalil Rountree Jr. Steve Erceg and Ramazan Temirov squared off in the co-main event flyweight contest.
Main Card:
Magomed Ankalaev vs. Bogdan Guskov
Steve Erceg vs. Ramazan Temirov
Magomed Zaynukov vs. Damian Rzepecki
Preliminary Card:
Valter Walker def. Thomas Petersen via submission (calf slicer) (R1, 1:32)
Muhammad Saidov def. Dustin Jacoby via TKO (strikes) (R2, 4:49)
Sam Patterson def. Santiago Ponzinibbio via TKO (strikes) (R2, 3:06)
Axel Sola def. Ismael Bonfim via submission (D'Arce choke) (R1, 4:44)
Magomed Tuchalov def. Brendson Ribeiro via unanimous decision (29-28 x3)
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