Magomed Ankalaev's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 7, 2025

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Magomed Ankalaev.

Magomed Ankalaev is a Russian professional mixed martial artist who competes in the Light Heavyweight division of the UFC. As of October 2024, he is ranked #1 in the UFC light heavyweight division, highlighting his prominence in the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2015: Named 2015 Mixed Martial Artist of Russia

In 2015, Magomed Ankalaev was named the Mixed Martial Artist of Russia by the Russian MMA federation, recognizing his achievements in the sport.

September 15, 2018: First UFC Win and Performance of the Night Award

On September 15, 2018, Magomed Ankalaev secured his first UFC win against Marcin Prachnio at UFC Fight Night: Hunt vs. Oleinik via knockout, earning him the Performance of the Night award.

February 23, 2019: UFC Fight Night Victory Over Klidson Abreu

On February 23, 2019, Magomed Ankalaev faced Klidson Abreu at UFC Fight Night 145 after Darko Stošić pulled out, and Ankalaev won the fight by unanimous decision.

November 9, 2019: Knockout Victory and Performance of the Night

On November 9, 2019, at UFC Fight Night 163, Magomed Ankalaev defeated Dalcha Lungiambula via knockout in the third round, earning him the Performance of the Night award.

February 27, 2021: Unanimous Decision Victory Over Nikita Krylov

On February 27, 2021, Magomed Ankalaev defeated Nikita Krylov via unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night 186, marking another win in his UFC career.

October 30, 2021: Victory Over Volkan Oezdemir at UFC 267

On October 30, 2021, Magomed Ankalaev faced Volkan Oezdemir at UFC 267 in Abu Dhabi and won the bout via unanimous decision, adding another victory to his record.

March 12, 2022: Unanimous Decision Victory Over Thiago Santos

On March 12, 2022, Magomed Ankalaev faced Thiago Santos at UFC Fight Night 203 and won the bout via unanimous decision.

July 30, 2022: TKO Victory Over Anthony Smith

On July 30, 2022, Magomed Ankalaev faced Anthony Smith at UFC 277 and won the fight via technical knockout in the second round.

January 13, 2024: Knockout Victory and Performance of the Night

On January 13, 2024, Magomed Ankalaev rematched Johnny Walker at UFC Fight Night 234 and won the fight by knockout in the second round, earning him the Performance of the Night award.

October 22, 2024: Ranked #1 in UFC Light Heavyweight Division

On October 22, 2024, Magomed Ankalaev was ranked #1 in the UFC light heavyweight rankings, marking a significant milestone in his career.

October 26, 2024: Unanimous Decision Victory Over Aleksandar Rakić at UFC 308

On October 26, 2024, Magomed Ankalaev faced Aleksandar Rakić at UFC 308 and won the fight via unanimous decision, marking another triumph in his UFC career.