Paddy Pimblett Questions Ankalaev’s Defense in UFC 320 Loss to Pereira
Paddy Pimblett was surprised by the swiftness and manner of Alex Pereira‘s victory over Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320. Pereira stopped Ankalaev in just over a minute with a powerful overhand right followed by a barrage of 12-6 elbows.
Pimblett, speaking on his YouTube channel, questioned Ankalaev’s reaction to the initial right hand. He noted, “Why didn’t Ankalaev move there, though?” and expressed surprise that Ankalaev didn’t attempt a single-leg takedown, which Pimblett anticipated. He even thought the fight might be stopped early due to Ankalaev’s lack of movement.
The article also mentions that Pereira engaged in a post-fight verbal exchange with Ankalaev’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, criticizing managers who haven’t been athletes themselves and are seeking fame and money while the fighters risk their lives. A Twitter post detailing Pereira’s comments is included.
