UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2 Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2
United States
Main Card • Final
Russia
R2, 2:42
Performance of the Night
Brazil
R3, 3:25
Performance of the Night
Mexico
R3, 5:00
R1, 4:55
Performance of the Night
Dominican Republic
R3, 5:00
Prelims • Final
R3, 5:00
R2, 3:29
Performance of the Night
Peru
Afghanistan
R3, 5:00
France
R1, 4:12
R1, 1:03
Australia
Myanmar
Official Event Results
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: No bonus awarded.
Performance of the Night: Magomed Ankalaev, Jim Miller, Brunno Ferreira, and Marcus McGhee each earned $50,000 performance bonuses for their standout stoppage victories.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $150,000 | $150,000 | $50,000 | $350,000 | |
| LOSS | $120,000 | — | — | $120,000 | |
| WIN | $175,000 | $175,000 | $50,000 | $400,000 | |
| LOSS | $50,000 | — | — | $50,000 | |
| WIN | $65,000 | $65,000 | — | $130,000 | |
| LOSS | $85,000 | — | — | $85,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | $50,000 | $98,000 | |
| LOSS | $38,000 | — | — | $38,000 | |
| WIN | $32,000 | $32,000 | — | $64,000 | |
| LOSS | $365,000 | — | — | $365,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | — | $48,000 | |
| LOSS | $42,000 | — | — | $42,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | $50,000 | $98,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000 | — | — | $16,000 | |
| WIN | $28,000 | $28,000 | — | $56,000 | |
| LOSS | $26,000 | — | — | $26,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | — | $14,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | — | $48,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $20,000 | $20,000 | — | $40,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 |
*Purses were not publicly disclosed by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC). Figures shown represent contract baselines, reliable industry projections, and verified post-fight bonus payouts ($50,000 each for Performance of the Night).
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2
Jim Miller extended his record for the most victories in UFC history to 26 wins by submitting Gabriel Benitez via third-round neck crank.
Miller further expanded his unmatched promotional longevity record, making his 43rd career walk to the Octagon since debuting at UFC 89 in 2008.
With his finish over Benitez, Miller secured his 12th submission win inside the Octagon, trailing only Charles Oliveira (16) on the all-time UFC submission leaderboard.
Magomed Ankalaev improved to 10-0-1 (1 NC) over his last 12 bouts, preserving the second-longest active unbeaten streak in light heavyweight history behind Jon Jones (18).
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2 opened the 2024 calendar with 8 finishes across 11 scheduled bouts, including six knockouts or submissions inside round 1.
Mario Bautista connected with 112 significant strikes against Ricky Simón to claim his sixth consecutive UFC bantamweight victory.
Contender Series alum Jean Silva needed just 4:12 to dispatch Westin Wilson via TKO, landing 25 significant strikes while absorbing just 11 in an emphatic promotional debut.
Nikolas Motta registered a 1:03 first-round knockout over previously unbeaten Australian prospect Tom Nolan as a +280 betting underdog.
Afghan bantamweight Farid Basharat swept Taylor Lapilus 30-27 across all scorecards, securing his 12th consecutive professional victory without defeat.
Preston Parsons controlled Matthew Semelsberger for 6:26 and converted 7 takedowns, establishing a division benchmark for ground control at the start of 2024.
Marcus McGhee improved to 3-0 in the UFC with three straight stoppages, earning his third consecutive $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus against Gastón Bolaños.
Former UFC Heavyweight Champion Andrei Arlovski completed his 41st career walk to the Octagon, ranking second all-time in promotional history behind Jim Miller.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2 take place?
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2 took place on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Who won the main event between Magomed Ankalaev and Johnny Walker?
Magomed Ankalaev defeated Johnny Walker via KO (punches) at 2:42 of Round 2, settling their rivalry following their controversial No Contest at UFC 294.
Who won the co-main event?
UFC veteran Jim Miller defeated Gabriel Benitez via submission (neck crank) at 3:25 of Round 3 in their lightweight co-main event.
Who won the post-fight bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2?
Four fighters received $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses: Magomed Ankalaev, Jim Miller, Brunno Ferreira, and Marcus McGhee. No Fight of the Night was awarded.
Why was Matheus Nicolau vs. Manel Kape cancelled?
The originally scheduled flyweight co-main event was cancelled during weigh-in day after Manel Kape weighed in at 129.5 pounds, 3.5 pounds over the non-title limit. Jim Miller vs. Gabriel Benitez was promoted to the co-main event slot.
What records did Jim Miller break or extend at UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2?
Jim Miller extended his record for the most wins in UFC history (26) and most fights in UFC history (43), while also capturing his 12th career submission in the Octagon.
How was the event broadcast in the United States?
The complete 11-bout card, including prelims and the main card, streamed live across the United States on ESPN+.
Who called the fights at UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2?
The broadcast booth featured play-by-play commentator Brendan Fitzgerald alongside color analysts Michael Bisping and Paul Felder, with Joe Martinez serving as Octagon announcer.
What was the fastest knockout finish on the fight card?
Lightweight Nikolas Motta delivered the fastest finish of the evening, stopping Tom Nolan via TKO (punches) in just 1:03 of Round 1.
How did Mario Bautista defeat Ricky Simón?
Mario Bautista defeated Ricky Simón via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 29–28) after landing 112 significant strikes across 15 competitive minutes.
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