Joe Rogan was somewhat confused when Alex Pereira had trouble beating on UFC 313 on Saturday evening.
Magomed Ankalaev defeated Pereira on all three Scorecards, one of which was 49-46 read to become the new champion of the light-heavy weight. Although it was expected that the wrestling of the Russian would be a big factor, he was able to tackle himself in the stand-up on route to a historic victory.
Rogan commented on Cageside and spoke after noticing that it was 'not -characteristic' to see Pereira fight as he did in the night.
Joe Rogan responds while Alex Pereira loses the world title on UFC 313
Alex Pereira's defeat against Magomed Ankalaev was not quite some fans, Eva if they predict that result. There were times when the challenger surpassed 'Patan' before he finally went to the cards with the struggling fairs that did enough.
“There were actually only a few moments in which Pereira stunned him,” said Rogan at the UFC 313 Post-Fight Show. “There was the main kick, there were a few other moments when he caught him with good photos.
“But especially Ankalaev arranged the distance and explained the pressure on him. So we saw 'Poatan' fight in what was so far a non -characteristic position, deteriorating and avoiding shots. “
Joe Rogan was impressed by Magomed Ankalaev
It was not only the bad show of Pereira that led to the result. Rogan was also impressed by the resilience of Ankalaev, who is now again a world champion Dagestani.
“In his UFC debut, Ankalaev was caught by Paul Craig in a fight he was winning,” said Rogan about the new champion. “He was caught in a triangle in a fight he won by one of the best guard players in the sport.
“Now he is the UFC light-heavyweight champion of the world against the most devastating Champio that we have seen in the UFC for years. It is really an impressive version of Ankalaev.
“He did everything he had to do and showed that Pereira is more difficult to fight from the rear foot. He did what had to be done. '
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