Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jiří Procházka, who previously declined a fight against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 317 due to university exams, is still open to facing the champion.
Jiří Procházka for Full Violence
August, October, something like that. I believe Pereira isn’t going to fight [Ankalaev], so my manager is trying to keep negotiating the fight with Ankalaev. If Pereira will fight with him, I will fight with somebody else, but I’m focused on Ankalaev after that.
Procházka last stepped into the octagon in January 2025 at UFC 311, where he defeated Jamahal Hill by technical knockout in the third round. His record stands at 31 wins, five losses, and one draw.
Ankalaev fought in March 2025 at UFC 313, winning against Alex Pereira by unanimous decision. His record includes 20 wins, one loss, and one draw, with one fight declared a no contest.
