UFC 313: Pereira vs. Ankalaev is an upcoming mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that will take place on March 8, 2025, at T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Valley, United States.
[3] A heavyweight bout between Jhonata Diniz and Vitor Petrino was expected to take place at the event.
[4] However, Petrino was forced to withdraw from the fight due to lateral epicondylitis in both elbows.
[7] A bantamweight bout between Chris Gutiérrez and undefeated prospect Jean Matsumoto was scheduled for this event.
[8] However, Matsumoto was withdrawn from this event in order to serve as a replacement fighter against Rob Font at UFC Fight Night: Cejudo vs. Song two weeks prior.