UFC 313 main event ended in a spectacular manner with Alex Pereira losing the Light Heavyweight championship to Magomed Ankalaev. The crowd in attendance did not like the score card and booed heavily. We asked AI to score the contest and here's what it said.
Pereira started strong with effective leg kicks that visibly affected Ankalaev. He landed several low calf kicks and maintained a good striking distance. Ankalaev responded with some leg kicks of his own but struggled to find his rhythm early on. Score: This round can be scored in favor of Pereira for his effective striking and damage done.
Ankalaev began to find success with his strikes, landing a significant left hand that rocked Pereira just before the end of the round. Pereira continued to land leg kicks but was less impactful than in the first round. Score: This round goes to Ankalaev due to his increased aggression and significant strikes landed.
Both fighters had moments in this round, but Ankalaev’s forward pressure and striking seemed to edge out Pereira’s leg kicks. Score: Close round; however, Ankalaev likely takes it for controlling more exchanges.
Ankalaev controlled much of this round against the cage, landing knees and maintaining pressure on Pereira. Pereira showed signs of fatigue but defended well against takedown attempts. Score: This round is scored for Ankalaev due to his control and activity.
In the final round, both fighters exchanged strikes. Pereira landed some notable shots but struggled to maintain consistent offense against Ankalaev’s pressure. Score: This round is competitive but leans slightly towards Ankalaev for dictating pace and landing cleaner shots.
Final Scorecard Calculation Based on the analysis: Round 1: Pereira (10-9) Round 2: Ankalaev (10-9) Round 3: Ankalaev (10-9) Round 4: Ankalaev (10-9) Round 5: Ankalaev (10-9)
The judges scored the fight unanimously in favor of Magomed Ankalaev with scores reflecting a competitive bout where he effectively utilized pressure and striking throughout most rounds. Magomed Ankalaev def. Alex Pereira via unanimous decision (49-46, 48-47, 48-47)
AI does agrees with the judges scoring the match in favor of Magomed Ankalaev. The scorecard presented by AI matches with one of the judges who also scored the contest 49-46 in favor of the new Light Heavyweight Champion.
Magomed Ankalaev is the new Light Heavyweight Champion after the UFC 313 event. Alex Pereira might challenge the Dagestani after failing in his fourth title defense. Given his history UFC would likely book the rematch as the match was well fought contest.