Magomed Ankalaev returns to training after being knocked out by Alex Poatan at UFC 320: 'The road continues'

Poatan attacks Ankalaev in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC

Magomed Ankalayev, apparently, is in a hurry to return to the octagon. The Russian faced Alex Poatán No. UFC 320, held on October 4th, where it was dominated by the Brazilian and knocked out in just 80 seconds. However, this Wednesday (15), just 10 days after the defeat, he is back in training.

In a video published on Instagram, Magomed Ankalayev appeared in a low-intensity striking workout with his coach. However, in the caption, the Russian hinted that the loss to Poatan is not the end of his journey and that he will return soon.

“The path continues. It’s just the beginning.”, he wrote Magomed Ankalayev.

Check out Magomed Ankalaev's training session

Magomed Ankalayev via IG

"The journey continues. It's just the beginning." pic.twitter.com/GQqyEKUDBZ

— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) October 15, 2025

Alex Poatan x Magomed Ankalaev rivalry

After stringing together four knockouts in four title fights and becoming the best fighter in the world in 2024, Alex Poatán was paired against Magomed Ankalayev in the main fight of UFC 313The narrative that the Russian, with the threat of takedowns, would be the worst technical fit for the Brazilian proved true, and the Dagestani had his arm raised by unanimous decision of the judges.

However, after months of taunting from both sides, the rematch was scheduled for... UFC 320This time, Poatan completely ignored any danger, knocked out Ankalaev in 1 minute and 20 seconds of the fight, and regained the light heavyweight title (up to 93 kg).

Relive Alex Poatan's knockout of Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320

Alex Pereira ROULES around Ankalaev and ends within a minute of combat

Poatan is new and the UFC's -93kg ROI #UFC320 pic.twitter.com/0l1aD3XBEE

— RMC Sport Combat (@RMCSportCombat) October 5, 2025