Jiri Prochazka has stated that Magomed Ankalaev will need to prove himself worthy of fighting for the championship belt. The Czech fighter offered his opinion on the Dagestani contender's path to a title opportunity in the light heavyweight division. Prochazka, a former champion himself, appears to believe Ankalaev still has work to do before earning a shot at the belt. The post does not specify what exactly Ankalaev needs to accomplish to prove his worthiness. Further details on Prochazka's reasoning were not provided in the brief statement.
