Magomed Ankalaev will fight Khalil Rountree at UFC Abu Dhabi, looking to rebound from his title loss.
What's at stake for Magomed Ankalaev?
Ankalaev is a -333 favorite to beat Rountree, who is a +250 underdog.
He went on a 13-fight unbeaten run to earn a title shot against Alex Pereira.
Ankalaev defeated Pereira by unanimous decision at UFC 313.
Magomed Ankalaev's recent performance
He lost the rematch at UFC 320 by first-round TKO.
Rountree went on a five-fight winning streak to earn a shot at Pereira's light heavyweight title.
Ankalaev has a 21-2-1 MMA record and 12-2-1 UFC record.
How to watch Magomed Ankalaev vs Khalil Rountree
The fight will take place at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
It will be broadcast on Paramount+.
Rountree has a 14-7 MMA record and 10-7 UFC record.
Ankalaev's last fight was on October 5, 2025, at UFC 320.
He lost to Alex Pereira by first-round TKO.
Rountree's last fight was on June 21, 2025, at UFC Baku.
He defeated Jamahal Hill.
The odds are in Ankalaev's favor, but Rountree is a dangerous striker.
Ankalaev will need to be careful to avoid Rountree's powerful kicks.
The fight is expected to be an exciting matchup between two top light heavyweights.