Pereira (12-2 MMA) returns to action for the first time since his fourth-round TKO win over Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 307 in October (watch here).
That victory marked his third successful defense of the 205lb title, following back-to-back wins over Jiri Prochazka and a dominant performance against Jamahal Hill.
Magomed Ankalaev (19-1-1 MMA) aims to capitalize on his second opportunity at UFC gold tonight.
The Russian contender first fought for the light heavyweight title at UFC 282, where his bout against Jan Blachowicz ended in a split draw.
Ankalaev last stepped into the Octagon at UFC 308 in October, securing a unanimous decision victory over Aleksandar Rakić.
The co-main event of UFC 313 features a highly anticipated lightweight rematch between Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev.
Gaethje was initially scheduled to face Dan Hooker, but after ‘The Hangman’ withdrew due to injury, Fiziev stepped in as the replacement.
UFC 313 Main Card (10 PM EST | Live on PPV)
- 205 lbs.: Alex Pereira (C) vs. Magomed Ankalaev
- 155 lbs.: Justin Gaethje vs. Rafael Fiziev
- 155 lbs.: Ignacio Bahamondes vs. Jalin Turner
- 115 lbs.: Amanda Lemos vs. Iasmin Lucindo
- 155 lbs.: King Green vs. Mauricio Ruffy- Mauricio Ruffy KO King Green in the 1st round
UFC 313 Prelims (7 PM EST | Live on ESPN+)
- 125 lbs.: Joshua Van vs. Rei Tsuruya – Joshua def. Van via unanimous decission
- 185 lbs.: Brunno Ferreira vs. Armen Petrosyan – Ferreira def. Petrosyan via submission (armbar) at 4:27 of Round 1
170 lbs.: Carlos Leal vs. Alex Morono – Leal def. Morono via TKO (punches) at 4:16 of Round 1
UFC 313 Early Prelims (6:30 PM EST | Live on ESPN+)
185 lbs.: Djorden Santos vs. Ozzy Diaz – Diaz def. Santos by unanimous decision (29-28 x3)
