Magomed Ankalaev wanted a “good combat” so as to safe a lightweight heavyweight title shot.
Whether or not or not his choice victory over Aleksandar Rakic makes the grade stays to be seen, however former 205-pound title challenger, Jamahal Hill, was not impressed by Ankalaev’s efficiency — even suggesting it is probably not sufficient to land him the following crack at Alex Pereira in early 2025.
“This combat was boring,” Hill stated throughout his UFC 308 breakdown on YouTube. “It confirmed a scarcity of weapons. Rakic confirmed a scarcity of combat IQ. Giving any individual a title shot off a efficiency like that … clearly he’s acquired the resume and deserves the title shot however that efficiency sucked and I do know [UFC] don’t like him, so that you by no means know.”
Ankalaev was fast to reply (and regurgitate this line) on Twitter.
“Is that this man nonetheless sleeping from Alex KO?”
To be honest, Pereira additionally finds Ankalaev boring.
No phrase but from White or UFC matchmakers on what the plan is for Pereira, who isn’t anticipated to make his Octagon comeback till early-to-mid 2025. That would rely upon how shortly he finishes his filming duties on this new film however as soon as “Poatan” does return, this champ-champ combat may trump something provided by Ankalaev.
Keep tuned.
