UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov
United Arab Emirates
Main Card • Final
R5, 2:41
Finish Bonus
R1, 4:21
Performance of the Night
Australia
R3, 5:00
Poland
R3, 1:12
Fight of the Night
R3, 5:00
Prelims • Final
R1, 1:32
Performance of the Night
R2, 4:49
Finish Bonus
R2, 3:06
Finish Bonus
Argentina
R1, 4:44
Finish Bonus
R3, 5:00
Tajikistan
R3, 5:00
R3, 3:07
Finish Bonus
Official Event Results
$25k Finish Bonus
$25k Finish Bonus
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
Elevated $100,000 Post-Fight Bonuses & Finish Pool
Rizvan Kuniev
+$100k (Fight of the Night)
Tyrell Fortune
+$100k (Fight of the Night)
Ramazan Temirov
+$100k (Performance of the Night)
Valter Walker
+$100k (Performance of the Night)
Magomed Ankalaev
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Muhammad Said
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Sam Patterson
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Axel Sola
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Abdul Hussein
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Fight of the Night ($100,000 each): Rizvan Kuniev and Tyrell Fortune received $100,000 each for their back-and-forth three-round heavyweight war.
Performance of the Night ($100,000 each): Ramazan Temirov earned $100,000 for his dramatic first-round knockout over former title challenger Steve Erceg; Valter Walker collected $100,000 for his rare first-round calf slicer submission over Thomas Petersen.
Finish Bonuses ($25,000 each): All other fighters who secured stoppage victories on the card—Magomed Ankalaev, Muhammad Said, Sam Patterson, Axel Sola, and Abdul Hussein—received a special $25,000 finish bonus.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Bonus Payout Structure
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
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| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | $100,000 | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | $100,000 | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | $100,000 | — | |
| WIN | — | — | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | $100,000 | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — |
*Official contracted fighter purses and base payouts are not publicly disclosed by regulatory athletic commissions for events held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Figures shown reflect confirmed post-fight bonus payouts awarded by the UFC ($100,000 for Fight of the Night and Performance of the Night, and $25,000 for additional finishes). Undisclosed purse figures are marked with — in accordance with official reporting guidelines.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov
Valter Walker submitted Thomas Petersen via calf slicer at 1:32 of Round 1, becoming only the fifth fighter in UFC promotional history to secure a calf slicer submission victory.
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov marked the promotion’s 23rd visit to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, reinforcing the Etihad Arena’s legacy as UFC’s premier international hub.
The UFC awarded special double-rate $100,000 performance bonuses for Fight of the Night and Performance of the Night alongside a supplemental $25,000 finish bonus pool for other stoppages.
Magomed Ankalaev notched his 7th career stoppage victory inside the Octagon by stopping Bogdan Guskov via 5th-round TKO at 2:41 of round 5, continuing his dominant run atop 205 pounds.
Ramazan Temirov scored a highlight-reel first-round knockout over former world title challenger Steve Erceg at 4:21 of round 1, securing a $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Rizvan Kuniev and Tyrell Fortune produced an explosive three-round war ending in a 3rd-round knee TKO, earning a rare heavyweight Fight of the Night honor.
Tajikistan’s Nurullo Aliev registered 12 minutes and 25 seconds of control time and 8 takedowns against Mike Davis, logging one of the most dominant control displays on the 2026 calendar.
Lightweight Magomed Zaynukov (9-0-0) and light heavyweight Muhammad Said (10-0-0) preserved their perfect professional records with impressive victories on the card.
The card generated high-octane action with 8 stoppage finishes across 12 scheduled bouts (5 knockouts and 3 submissions), distributing over $325,000 in promotional finish rewards.
French lightweight prospect Axel Sola locked in a tight D’Arce / brabo choke submission against Ismael Bonfim at 4:44 of Round 1 to claim a $25,000 promotional finish bonus.
Finland’s Abdul Hussein turned the tables on Octagon veteran Cody Gibson, locking in an arm-triangle choke submission at 3:07 of Round 3 to cap the preliminary card.
Light heavyweight Magomed Tuchalov recorded 8 completed takedowns from 14 attempts against Brendson Ribeiro, executing one of the highest 205-pound grappling tallies of the year.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov take place?
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov took place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Who won the main event between Magomed Ankalaev and Bogdan Guskov?
Magomed Ankalaev defeated Bogdan Guskov via TKO (punches) at 2:41 of Round 5 in their five-round light heavyweight main event showcase.
Who won the co-main event between Ramazan Temirov and Steve Erceg?
Ramazan Temirov scored a vicious knockout victory over former title challenger Steve Erceg via KO (punch) at 4:21 of Round 1, earning a Performance of the Night bonus.
Who received post-fight bonus awards at UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov?
Elevated $100,000 bonuses were awarded to Rizvan Kuniev vs. Tyrell Fortune (Fight of the Night), and Ramazan Temirov and Valter Walker (Performance of the Night). Additionally, all other stoppage winners (Magomed Ankalaev, Muhammad Said, Sam Patterson, Axel Sola, and Abdul Hussein) received $25,000 finish bonuses.
How did Valter Walker finish Thomas Petersen?
Valter Walker executed a rare calf slicer submission at just 1:32 of Round 1, becoming only the fifth fighter in UFC history to finish a bout with the maneuver.
Who won the heavyweight fight between Rizvan Kuniev and Tyrell Fortune?
Rizvan Kuniev defeated Tyrell Fortune via TKO (knees) at 1:12 of Round 3 in a clash that earned both heavyweights a $100,000 Fight of the Night award.
Did Sam Patterson finish Santiago Ponzinibbio?
Yes. England’s Sam Patterson stopped veteran welterweight Santiago Ponzinibbio via TKO (punches) at 3:06 of Round 2.
How did Axel Sola defeat Ismael Bonfim?
Axel Sola submitted Ismael Bonfim via brabo / D’Arce choke at 4:44 of Round 1, picking up a $25,000 promotional finish bonus.
Did Magomed Zaynukov and Muhammad Said stay undefeated?
Yes. Magomed Zaynukov advanced to 9-0-0 with a unanimous decision victory over Damian Rzepecki, and Muhammad Said improved to 10-0-0 with a second-round TKO of Dustin Jacoby.
How did Nurullo Aliev defeat Mike Davis?
Tajikistan’s Nurullo Aliev defeated Mike Davis via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) by establishing 12:25 of ground control and completing 8 takedowns.
What happened in the Abdul Hussein vs. Cody Gibson bout?
Finland’s Abdul Hussein submitted Octagon veteran Cody Gibson with an arm-triangle choke at 3:07 of Round 3.
Why did Khalil Rountree Jr. not headline against Magomed Ankalaev?
Former title challenger Khalil Rountree Jr. was forced to withdraw from the event due to an injury and was replaced on short notice by Bogdan Guskov.
How many stoppage finishes occurred at this event?
The event saw 8 finishes in 12 bouts (66.7%), featuring 5 knockouts/TKOs and 3 submissions.
How many events has the UFC held in Abu Dhabi?
This event marked the promotion’s 23rd event in Abu Dhabi, held at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island.
How was UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov broadcast?
The event was streamed live across the United States exclusively on Paramount+, featuring both the preliminary and main cards.
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