The UFC is set to return with a blockbuster event as UFC 320: Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 takes place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada (Las Vegas Valley).
Headlining the card is a highly anticipated UFC Light Heavyweight Championship rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira. Their first clash at UFC 313 saw Ankalaev dethrone Pereira via unanimous decision, handing the Brazilian his first loss at 205 lbs. Now, Pereira looks to reclaim his crown while Ankalaev aims to solidify his dominance.
UFC 320 Main Event: Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2
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Magomed Ankalaev (c) vs. Alex Pereira — Light Heavyweight Championship (Rematch)
The Russian champion is riding a 14-fight unbeaten streak and is widely regarded as one of the most well-rounded fighters in the division. Pereira, a two-division UFC champion and one of the sport’s most dangerous strikers, enters this fight with revenge on his mind.
Adding intrigue, former champion Jiří Procházka will serve as a backup fighter, ready to step in if needed.
Co-Main Event: Dvalishvili vs. Sandhagen
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Merab Dvalishvili (c) vs. Cory Sandhagen — Bantamweight Championship
Fresh off two successful defenses, Dvalishvili will put his belt on the line against striking specialist Sandhagen. The Georgian champion has won 13 straight bouts, while Sandhagen looks for his first undisputed title.
Confirmed UFC 320 Fight Card
Main Card (TNT Sports / ESPN+ PPV)
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Magomed Ankalaev (c) vs. Alex Pereira — UFC Light Heavyweight Championship
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Merab Dvalishvili (c) vs. Cory Sandhagen — UFC Bantamweight Championship
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Jiří Procházka vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. — Light Heavyweight
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Josh Emmett vs. Youssef Zalal — Featherweight
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Abusupiyan Magomedov vs. Joe Pyfer — Middleweight
Preliminary Card (ESPN / ESPN+ / Disney+)
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Ateba Abega Gautier vs. Osman Diaz — Middleweight
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Edmen Shahbazyan vs. André Muniz — Middleweight
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Chris Gutiérrez vs. Farid Basharat — Bantamweight
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Macy Chiasson vs. Yana Santos — Women’s Bantamweight
Early Prelims (UFC Fight Pass / ESPN+)
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Patchy Mix vs. Jakub Wikłacz — Bantamweight
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Veronica Hardy vs. Brogan Walker — Women’s Flyweight
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Ramiz Brahimaj vs. Austin Vanderford — Welterweight
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Daniel Santos vs. Yoo Joo-sang — Featherweight
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Punahele Soriano vs. Nikolay Veretennikov — Welterweight
Event Background
UFC 320 was initially scheduled for Guadalajara, Mexico on September 13 as part of “Noche UFC,” celebrating Mexican Independence Day. However, due to construction delays at Arena Guadalajara, the card was shifted, first to San Antonio for a Fight Night, before ultimately being rescheduled as a numbered event in Las Vegas.
UFC 320 UK Start Time & Broadcast
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Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
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Location: T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada
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Main Card Start (UK): 3 AM BST (Sunday morning)
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Main Event: Approx. 5 AM BST
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How to Watch: TNT Sports (UK), ESPN+ PPV (US), UFC Fight Pass (Prelims)
Final Take
With two title fights, a stacked undercard, and a rematch that could define the future of the light heavyweight division, UFC 320 has all the makings of a can’t-miss event. Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 will answer whether the Russian’s wrestling and well-rounded game can once again hold off Pereira’s legendary knockout power.
Stay tuned for full betting odds, predictions, and fight breakdowns on MainCardMoney.com.
