Pereira Blasts Back for Gold at UFC 320: Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 — Full Results, Highlights, and What’s Next
The UFC returned with a stacked PPV, and UFC 320 delivered from the opening bell. In the rematch everyone circled, Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev 2 ended in a violent correction, while the bantamweight king kept grinding records into dust. Below are the key moments, every result, and fast links to each matchup page for deep-dive stats and replays.
Main Event Recap: Pereira detonates Ankalaev in Round 1
“Poatan” showed zero hesitation this time. Pressuring early, Pereira found the chin and never let Ankalaev recover, reclaiming the light heavyweight title with a first-round TKO in their rematch: Pereira vs. Ankalaev. The finish reignites talk of a trilogy, while potential options like Jiří Procházka loom.
CHAMA 🗿@AlexPereiraUFC gets his belt back via first round TKO tonight in the rematch at #UFC320 🏆 pic.twitter.com/dwNu8Xumla
— UFC (@ufc) October 5, 2025
Co-Main: Merab makes history against Sandhagen
Relentless and record-setting. Merab Dvalishvili vs. Cory Sandhagen became a grindhouse showcase as “The Machine” crossed the 100-takedown mark and defended the strap with a dominant decision.
That's triple digit takedowns 💪@MerabDvalishvil becomes the first fighter in UFC history to amass 100 takedowns!
— UFC (@ufc) October 5, 2025
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THE CHAMP IS GOING OFF IN ROUND 2 😳
— UFC (@ufc) October 5, 2025
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Violence Index: Procházka’s chaos, Pyfer’s squeeze, Zalal’s shocker
Wild swings defined the middle of the main card. Jiří Procházka vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. turned on a dime as Procházka rallied for a breathtaking KO.
No words to describe Jiri Prochazka. Unbelievable. pic.twitter.com/Ickx5N1Y3m
— Jason Williams (@jasoneg33) October 5, 2025
Meanwhile, in quick finishes: Youssef Zalal vs. Josh Emmett ended via sudden submission, and Joe Pyfer vs. Abus Magomedov saw “Bodybagz” cinch a rear-naked choke.
Early fireworks
Ateba Gautier vs. Treston Vines was raw horsepower—one of the night’s scariest showcases.
The strength of Ateba Gautier is absurd. Another scary impressive performance.
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) October 5, 2025
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Quick Links to Every UFC 320 Bout
- Pereira vs. Ankalaev
- Dvalishvili vs. Sandhagen
- Procházka vs. Rountree Jr.
- Zalal vs. Emmett
- Pyfer vs. Magomedov
- Gautier vs. Vines
- Santos vs. Sang Yoo
- Wikłacz vs. Mix
- Shahbazyan vs. Muniz
- Soriano vs. Veretennikov
- Santos vs. Chiasson
- Basharat vs. Gutierrez
- Brahimaj vs. Vanderford
- Hardy vs. Walker
UFC 320 — Full Results
- Light Heavyweight Title: Alex Pereira def. Magomed Ankalaev (TKO, R1)
- Bantamweight Title: Merab Dvalishvili def. Cory Sandhagen (UD)
- Jiří Procházka def. Khalil Rountree Jr. (KO, R3)
- Youssef Zalal def. Josh Emmett (Submission, R1)
- Joe Pyfer def. Abus Magomedov (Submission, R2)
- Ateba Gautier def. Treston Vines (TKO, R1)
- Daniel Santos def. Joo Sang Yoo (TKO, R2)
- Jakub Wikłacz def. Patchy Mix (Split Decision)
- Edmen Shahbazyan def. André Muniz (KO, R1)
- Punahele Soriano def. Nikolay Veretennikov (UD)
- Yana Santos def. Macy Chiasson (UD)
- Farid Basharat def. Chris Gutierrez (UD)
- Ramiz Brahimaj def. Austin Vanderford (Submission, R2)
- Veronica Hardy def. Brogan Walker (UD)
UFC 320 FAQ (Quick Answers)
What is UFC 320?
UFC 320 is a pay-per-view card headlined by the light heavyweight rematch Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev, promoted by the UFC.
Who won Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev 2?
Alex Pereira won by first-round TKO to regain the light heavyweight title.
How did Merab Dvalishvili vs. Cory Sandhagen end?
Dvalishvili vs. Sandhagen went the distance; Merab won a dominant unanimous decision and set the all-time 100-takedown milestone.
What happened in Jiří Procházka vs. Khalil Rountree Jr.?
Procházka rallied to score a dramatic third-round KO.
Where can I see all UFC 320 fight pages?
Use the bout links above or start at the event hub: UFC 320.