The UFC officially confirmed, on Tuesday night (22), the rematch between Alex Poatan and Magomed Ankalaev for the light heavyweight belt (up to 93kg). The duel will be the main fight of UFC 320 , scheduled for October 4th, in Las Vegas.
The announcement comes after months of trash talk between the two fighters and uncertainty surrounding the official confirmation of the fight. Poatan and Ankalaev faced off at UFC 313 in a close five-round bout, which the Russian won by unanimous decision.
Alex Poatan's career in the UFC light heavyweight division
After being dethroned by Israel Adesanya in the middleweight division (up to 83,9kg), Alex Poatan decided to move up to light heavyweight (up to 93kg) in search of his second UFC belt. In his debut in the new category, the Brazilian fought a tough battle against Jan Blachowicz and emerged victorious by split decision.
Next, Poatan faced Jiri Prochazka for the vacant division title. Despite facing difficulties in the first round, the Brazilian knocked out the Czech in the second round and became champion.
The success continued. In subsequent fights, Poatan racked up knockouts over Jamahal Hill , again Prochazka, and Khalil Rountree , ending 2024 crowned as the best fighter of the season, alongside Ilia Topuria.
However, in March 2025, in a highly anticipated fight, Alex Poatan was defeated by Magomed Ankalaev . Since then, he and his fans have been eagerly awaiting a rematch.
UFC 320 will have another title fight
In addition to Alex Poatan vs. Magomed Ankalaev , UFC 320 will feature another title fight on the card. Bantamweight champion (up to 61,2 kg) Merab Dvalishvili will defend his title against Cory Sandhagen.
The organization also announced a third fight at UFC 320. Former champion Jiri Prochazka will face Khalil Rountree Jr. in the light heavyweight division.
Check out the UFC 320 fight schedule so far below (subject to change):
UFC 320 fight schedule:
Light heavyweight (up to 93 kg): Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Poatan – Title fight
Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Merab Dvalishvili vs. Cory Sandhagen – Title fight
Light heavyweight (up to 93 kg): Jiri Prochazka vs. Khalil Rountree Jr.
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