Magomed Ankalaev will fight Bogdan Guskov in the five-round light heavyweight main event at UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Guskov stepped in on short notice after Khalil Rountree Jr. withdrew due to injury. Event & Matchup DetailsDate: Saturday, July 25, 2026Time: Preliminary card begins at 9:00 AM EDT, with the main card kicking off at 12:00 PM EDTLocation: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAEBroadcast: Streaming live on Paramount+ Fighter Profiles Magomed Ankalaev: The #1-ranked light heavyweight enters with a 21-2-1 professional record. He established himself as a dominant force in the division, bringing elite striking and strong grappling credentials into the octagon. Bogdan Guskov: Ranked #10 in the division, the Uzbekistan native holds an 18-3-1 record and is known for his devastating knockout power and 100% finish rate. He was initially slated to fight Jan Blachowicz but was moved up to challenge.
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