If Alex does step up to fight and defeat Magomed Anklaev then he will surpas Ilia as FOTY candidate

[Dreyga_King of Sherbums]

Alright, Sherbums, there’s a lot of buzz going around that Alex Pereira might step up to fight Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 310. With Belal Muhammad reportedly out, it looks like the UFC is scrambling for a big-name replacement, and Pereira’s name is front and center.

Now, I’m no Pereira fan, but even I have to admit that if Alex pulls this off, he’d have a serious case for Fighter of the Year. Moving up to face a dangerous contender like Ankalaev on short notice would be huge. Ankalaev’s a beast, known for his striking and power, and has been on a serious tear, so this isn’t just any fight. Alex would be facing a top light heavyweight with a lot of hype around him.

Here’s what’s on the line:


• Stepping Up: Pereira has already had a crazy year with his moves and recent wins. If he faces Ankalaev, it would add even more weight to his resume.

• FOTY Candidacy: Imagine if Alex actually beats Ankalaev at 310. As much as I dislike Pereira, he’d undeniably be a frontrunner for Fighter of the Year.

• IFs in Play: Obviously, there are still a lot of “if” factors. There’s no guarantee he takes it, let alone wins. But, if he does…

What do you all think? Would beating Ankalaev secure FOTY for Alex? Or is this just Dana trying to save a PPV?

 

[Oscar Madison]

It's the other way around.

 

[MEAN357]

LMAO I thought you were implying Ankalaev being in a fight of the year contender





Also Poatan is already fighter of the year due to strength of schedule imo

 

[World eater]

You not being a fan of Pereira comes as a great surprise to me.
it must have been hard for you to type that.

 

[SalvadorAllende]

there’s a lot of buzz going around that Alex Pereira might step up tov fight Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 310

Is it?

I’m no Pereira fan

You suck and I will never vote for you dreyga

Would beating Ankalaev secure FOTY for Alex?

 

[Streeter]

Stepping up Lol

Ank has only fought 2 legit killers both were close boring fights. While Pereria kos Champions an carries a company on his back.


Thought thread was about Aspinall who's now calling out Pereria . Tbat would be stepping up .

 

[kkthx]

Oh he doesn't have a case for fighter of the year already?

Great thread, recommended, would read again

 

[Pechan]

He is already the FOTY and the owner of my heart.

 

[AldoStillGoat]

Nah Topuria still FOTY

 

[Arm Barbarian]

Not even necessary, as he already is.

But it would certainly stamp an exclamation point on top of it.

 

[stronghulk]

He would be fighter of the decade if he did that.

 

[El Fernas]

First things first, we already know who is the "stepping up" guy here, its Pereira. You are questioning the wrong guy about stepping up, its not him, he has proved it more than once, its Ankalaev, will the guy take the fight? I doubt it more from him than the defending champion...

Also, surpass Topuria? Dont know about that, Pereira has 3 defenses and the year is not over yet, their division is what it is, Topuria has better wins, yes, but he only has 1 defense against 3, probably its the hater in me, but Pereira is still in the lead imo, slightly, considering Topuria´s opposition.

 

[Ares Black]

He is already ahead of Topuria. It's possible he actually falls behind him if he loses to Ankalaev.

 

[PrideNverDies]

Nah Topuria still FOTY

Such a casual take

 

[joy2day]

There is nearly a tie between Ilia and Alex right now. Alex more wins, Ilia better wins. Another win this year by either would obviously make for a clear leader. Or push them out in a clear way if they lost.

 

[Motivated BJ Penn]

310 not in Mecca so Uncle Aev wont take the fight

 

[IDGETKTFO]

Goatan already has, and its not even close.

 

[octagonation]

won´t only surpass ilia for FTOY but he is the goat if he beats ankalaev. I favor POATAN and yes it will be kick boxing fight

 

[MarioLemieux]

I have Topuria currently as quality over quantity but most definately pereira if he defeats Ankalaev.

 

[Fedorgasm]

There is nearly a tie between Ilia and Alex right now. Alex more wins, Ilia better wins. Another win this year by either would obviously make for a clear leader. Or push them out in a clear way if they lost.

Ilia should just fight Poatan. Winner gets FotY title.