Magomed Ankalaev
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Magomed Ankalaev

Magomed Ankalaev

RussiaRussia
Record21-2-1
Streak1 Losses
Height6' 3"
Weight93 kg
Reach75"
Age34

Performance

79 Global score
All-rounder
Elo rating 1633 (Peak 1651)

Strengths

  • Takedown defense85
  • Strikes absorbed/min81
  • Ground striking80
  • Striking accuracy76
  • Control/round75

Weaknesses

  • Sub attempts/15min1
  • Distance striking27
  • Head strikes33
  • Takedown accuracy36
  • Takedowns/15min44

Advanced Statistics

53%Striking accuracy
56%Strike defense
88%Takedown defense
50%Finish rate
Head 55.5% Body 27.4% Legs 17.1%
Distance 71% Clinch 10.6% Ground 18.4%
Sig. strikes/min
3.7
Strikes absorbed/min
2.6
Takedowns/15min
0.8
Control/round
1:22
Sub attempts/15min
0
Takedown accuracy
22.2%

Updated on 7/5/2026

Summary

Magomed Ankalaev is a Light Heavyweight MMA fighter with a record of 21-2-1. 34 years old. Currently ranked #1 in the UFC. Represents Russia. Current streak: 1 Losses.

Updated on Jul 5, 2026
Archetype
The Finisher
Over half of their wins come by KO/TKO. A dangerous striker.

How does Magomed Ankalaev win his fights?

KO
11
SUB
0
DEC
10

What are Magomed Ankalaev's last 5 fights?

L
UFC
Alex Pereira
KO/TKO - R1
Oct 4, 2025
W
UFC
Alex Pereira
Unanimous decision
Mar 8, 2025
W
UFC
Aleksandar Rakic
Unanimous decision
Oct 26, 2024
W
UFC
Johnny Walker
KO/TKO - R2
Jan 13, 2024
L
UFC
Johnny Walker
No Contest - R1
Oct 21, 2023

What is Magomed Ankalaev's next fight?

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