Aleksandar Rakic is a well-known Austrian professional mixed martial artist who is signed with the leading professional mixed martial arts promotion, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Rakic was interested in football in his early days; however, after getting shunted out of the team, Rakic started training in kickboxing and boxing as a child. He eventually transitioned to mixed martial arts and started pursuing a professional career in it.
Aleksandar Rakic made his debut in the UFC on September 2, 2017, at UFC Fight Night: Volkov vs. Struve against Francimar Barroso. He outclassed Barroso and secured a unanimous decision victory over him to continue his winning run. Currently, Rakic is ranked as the No. 5 light heavyweight fighter in the UFC and is among the top contenders in the division.
Aleksandar Rakic Next Fight - Opponent, Date, Location
Aleksandar Rakic is set to face Magomed Ankalaev in his next fight on October 26, 2024, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE at UFC 308: Topuria vs. Holloway.
| Stats | Aleksandar Rakic | Magomed Ankalaev |
| MMA Record | 18-1-1 (1NC) | 14-4-0 |
| UFC Ranking (Light Heavyweight) | 1 | 5 |
| Last Fight | Win | Loss |
| Nationality | Russian | Austrian |
| Age | 32 | 32 |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (183 cm) | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Weight | 205 lb (93 kg) | 205 lb (93 kg) |
| Reach | 75 in | 78 in |
| Striking Accuracy | 53% | 50% |
| Takedown Accuracy | 31% | 25% |
| Takedown Defense | 86% | 85% |
| Win Streak (Active) | 1 (Unbeaten Streak: 10) | 0 |
| MMA Debut | 2014 | 2011 |
Aleksandar Rakic Last Fight
Aleksandar Rakic squared off against Jiri Porchazka in his most recent professional mixed martial arts bout. The duo locked horns at UFC 300 on April 13, 2024. Rakic lost the fight by a second-round TKO.
*Last updated on October 26, 2024.
FAQs on Jiri Prochazka Next Fight
A. Aleksandar Rakic has a professional MMA record of 14 wins and 4 losses.
A. Aleksandar Rakic's next opponent is Magomed Ankalaev.
A. Aleksandar Rakic fought Jiri Prochazka at UFC 300 at T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada, Las Vegas, USA.
A. No, he is yet to win a championship in UFC.
A. He has a reach of 78 inches.
