UFC Abu Dhabi Main Event Change: Ankalaev vs. Guskov
Key Questions
Why was the UFC Abu Dhabi main event changed?
Khalil Rountree Jr. suffered an injury and was removed from the card. Magomed Ankalaev now faces undefeated prospect Azamat Guskov on short notice.
Who is Azamat Guskov and what is his record?
Guskov is an undefeated 18-0 fighter with all wins coming by finish. He replaces Rountree in the July 25 UFC Abu Dhabi headliner.
What is the new UFC Abu Dhabi main event?
Magomed Ankalaev will now face Bogdan Guskov (also referred to as Azamat Guskov) in the updated main event. The change adds significant intrigue due to Guskov's perfect record.
Khalil Rountree Jr. injured and out of UFC Abu Dhabi main event. Magomed Ankalaev now faces undefeated (18-0, all finishes) Azamat Guskov. Significant change to the card. Guskov's perfect record adds intrigue.
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Updated Jul 14, 2026