Magomed Ankalaev and Aleksandar Rakic are set to meet in the light heavyweight division at UFC 308 in Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. This undercard match sets the stage before the main event featuring Ilia Topuria versus Max Holloway.
Ankalaev enters this fight with a strong record, boasting 18 wins, with his latest victory from a knockout against Johnny Walker. Rakic, coming off a recent defeat by TKO to Jiri Prochazka, seeks redemption. Both fighters share similar physical stats but differ greatly in their recent momentum, Ankalaev enjoying a winning streak while Rakic aims to bounce back.
| Method of victory | Magomed Ankalaev | Aleksandar Rakir |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 3.5 (+250) | 7.5 (+650) |
| By decision or technical decision | 2.0 (-105) | 8.0 (+700) |
Magomed Ankalaev enters the ring as the clear favorite with odds of 1.3 (-350), signaling strong confidence in his victory. Aleksandar Rakir stands as the underdog at 4.1 (+310), suggesting a lower likelihood of him taking the win. Odds lean towards Ankalaev winning by KO/TKO/DQ at 3.5 (+250) or by points at 2.0 (-105). In contrast, a Rakic win by KO/TKO/DQ is less expected at 7.5 (+650) and by decision sits at distant odds of 8.0 (+700). This disparity shows a high anticipation for an Ankalaev triumph, particularly through a knockout or points decision.
Live coverage for the Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic main card will start at 10:00 AM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic |
| USA and Canada (EST) | 2024-10-26 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| USA and Canada (PT) | 2024-10-26 | 07:00 | 10:00 |
| UK and Ireland | 2024-10-26 | 15:00 | 18:00 |
| Australia | 2024-10-27 | 02:00 | 05:00 |
You can watch Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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