It’s going to be an intense showdown between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira! Ankalaev’s blend of elite striking, devastating ground game, and patience in the Octagon make him a unique threat. His powerful ground-and-pound and strategic approach could spell trouble for Pereira, who’s known for his kickboxing but may face a stylistic mismatch here. While Pereira is incredibly skilled and dangerous standing up, if Ankalaev closes the distance and takes the fight to the mat, it could be a tough night for Pereira. Given Ankalaev’s track record and ability to control the fight, there’s a strong case that he could achieve a finish and claim the title.