UFC light heavyweight titleholder Magomed Ankalaev is contemplating a possible transition to the heavyweight category, believing he requires two additional victories in the light heavyweight realm. To overcome Alex Pereira, he is likely to target a second class.
Magomed Ankalaev thinks he needs two more bouts at 205 before ascending to heavyweight 👀
«I’ve considered [moving up]… I reckon maybe two more fights and I believe I’ll step up to heavyweight.» pic.twitter.com/LxE912NSsO
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) August 26, 2025
Magomed Ankalaev still has several challenges to face at Light Heavyweight.
Currently, Ankalaev’s undeniable talent may very well elevate him to new levels if he decides to shift to heavyweight. Nevertheless, he still has a division rife with obstacles to tackle, particularly with adversary Alex Pereira persistently waiting for his rematch at UFC 320. Alongside him, there are fighters like Khalil Rountree and Jiri Prochazka. Therefore, should Magomed Ankalaev manage to navigate these challenges, transitioning to heavyweight appears to be the most sensible course of action at that time.
