Magomed Ankalaev seeks another win against Nikita Guskov in UFC Abu Dhabi

Magomed Ankalaev steps into the cage in Abu Dhabi on Sunday aiming to extend his unbeaten streak against Nikita Guskov.

What’s the fight?

Ankalaev (20-1, 14-0 in the UFC) meets Guskov (14-2) in a light heavyweight bout at UFC Abu Dhabi on 19 July 2026. The main card starts at 11:00 BST, with the main event expected around 14:00 BST at Etihad Arena. DAZN holds exclusive streaming rights in the US and UK.

How to watch live

UK fans can stream the entire card on DAZN from 11:00 BST. American viewers need DAZN’s US service to watch the prelims at 08:00 ET and the main card at 11:00 ET. The event is also available via pay-per-view in some territories.

Why this matters for Ankalaev

A victory keeps Ankalaev on course for a shot at the UFC light heavyweight belt. He last fought in May 2025, stopping Jan Błachowicz in the third round. Guskov, a 30-year-old Russian, brings a six-fight win streak and a reputation for slick striking. Odds have Ankalaev as a -300 favourite, while Guskov sits at +220.

Full card and start times

The prelims fire up at 11:00 BST on DAZN. The main card begins at 14:00 BST, headlined by Ankalaev vs. Guskov. The co-main features a welterweight clash between Muslim Salikhov and Shavkat Rakhmonov. Preliminary bouts include a flyweight scrap between Tagir Ulanbekov and Allan Nascimento.