When is the Ankalaev vs. Pereira light heavyweight title rematch?

The Ankalaev vs. Pereira light heavyweight title rematch is scheduled to take place on October 5th, 2025.

Who is the current UFC bantamweight champion?

Merab Dvalishvili is the current UFC bantamweight champion and will be defending his title against Cory Sandhagen on October 5th, 2025.

What is the matchup between Mike Vanderford and Ramiz Brahimaj on the UFC prelims?

Mike Vanderford, a skilled wrestler, will face off against submission specialist Ramiz Brahimaj on the preliminary card of the October 5th, 2025 UFC event.

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Ankalaev and Pereira Rematch for Light Heavyweight Title in Thrilling UFC Showdown

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Ankalaev and Pereira to fight for light heavyweight title rematch
Dvalishvili defends bantamweight belt against Sandhagen
Vanderford faces submission specialist Brahimaj on UFC prelims

Ankalaev and Pereira Rematch for Light Heavyweight Title in Thrilling UFC Showdown

On October 5th, 2025, the UFC will host a highly anticipated event featuring two title fights. In the main event, Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira will square off in a rematch for the light heavyweight championship. Ankalaev previously defeated Pereira to claim the title back in March, and the two will now run it back.

In the co-main event, reigning bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili will defend his title against challenger Cory Sandhagen. Dvalishvili, one of the pound-for-pound best fighters in the sport, will look to continue his dominant run, while Sandhagen aims to pull off the upset.

Additionally, the preliminary card will feature a matchup between Mike Vanderford and Ramiz Brahimaj. Vanderford, a skilled wrestler, will look to use his grappling to overcome the dangerous submission skills of Brahimaj.