Prochazka says Ankalaev must prove he deserves title shot

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka has stated that Magomed Ankalaev will need to prove himself worthy of fighting for the championship belt. The comment comes as the light heavyweight division continues to sort out its contender hierarchy. Prochazka himself is scheduled to face Alex Pereira for the title at UFC 327. Details on what specific criteria Prochazka believes Ankalaev must meet were not elaborated upon in the post.