Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic is an upcoming MMA light-heavyweight fight promoted and organized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). This fight is scheduled to take place on the main card of UFC 308: Topuria vs. Holloway on October 26, 2024. Rakic, who maintains a record of 14 wins and four losses (14-4-0), will be making his 10th appearance in the UFC. The Austrian fighter will lock horns against Magomed Ankalaev, who holds a professional MMA record of 18 wins, one loss, one draw, and one no-contest (18-1-1, 1NC).
Aleksandar Rakic, the No.5-ranked UFC light-heavyweight, was born in Vienna, Austria. In his last fight, Rakic squared off against the former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka at UFC 300 and lost the fight via a second-round TKO. On the other hand, Magomed Ankalaev faced Johnny Walker in his last fight and won the fight via a knockout in the second round.
Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic Tale of the Tape
| Stats | Magomed Ankalaev | Aleksandar Rakic |
| MMA Record | 14-4-0 | 18-1-1 (1NC) |
| UFC Ranking (Light Heavyweight) | 5 | 1 |
| Last Fight | Loss | Win |
| Nationality | Austrian | Russian |
| Age | 32 | 32 |
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) | 6 ft 3 in (183 cm) |
| Weight | 205 lb (93 kg) | 205 lb (93 kg) |
| Reach | 78 in | 75 in |
| Striking Accuracy | 50% | 53% |
| Takedown Accuracy | 25% | 31% |
| Takedown Defense | 85% | 86% |
| Win Streak (Active) | 0 | 1 (Unbeaten Streak: 10) |
| MMA Debut | 2011 | 2014 |
Magomed Ankalaev Record
Magomed Ankalaev maintains a professional MMA record of 18 wins, one loss, one draw, and one no-contest (18-1-1, 1NC). Ankalaev has wins over formidable opponents like Johnny Walker and Anthony Smith. Among his wins, 10 were achieved by knockout and eight via decision.
| 21 matches | 18 wins | 1 loss |
| By knockout | 10 | 0 |
| By submission | 0 | 1 |
| By decision | 8 | 0 |
| Draws | 1 | |
| No contests | 1 | |
Aleksandar Rakic Record
Aleksandar Rakic holds a clinical MMA record of 14 wins and four losses (14-4-0). Of his victories, 9 came via knockout, one by submitting his opponent, and four by decision.
| 18 matches | 14 wins | 4 losses |
| By knockout | 9 | 2 |
| By submission | 1 | 1 |
| By decision | 4 | 1 |
FAQs
A. Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic is scheduled for October 26, 2024, on the main card of UFC 305.
A. Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic is set to take place at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
A. Aleksandar Rakic holds an MMA record of 14 wins and 4 losses (14-4-0).
A. Magomed Ankalaev holds an MMA record of 18-1-1 (1NC) and is currently ranked #1 in the light-heavyweight division.
A. Magomed Ankalaev is 32 years old as of October 2024.
