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Watch: Light heavyweight superstar Alex Pereira is going VIRAL for sparring heavyweight Tai Tuivasa

Tai Tuivasa is the #11 ranking heavyweight in the UFC. He was recently caught sparring with light-heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira. The video is currently making its way across the internet and has raised many questions in the minds of ‘Poatan’ fans.

MMA News / FirstSportz / June 6

'Leave you as Izzy left you in Miami' – Jamahal Hill snaps on Alex Pereira for ’emote celebration’ at UFC 300

Jamahal Hill finally erupted on Alex Pereira for UFC 300 knockout antics. The former light heavyweight champion made a direct post on Instagram, calling out Pereira for his viral celebration.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 5

Jamahal Hill Posts $20k Challenge to Fans Over Alex Pereira's UFC 300 Meme

Jamahal Hill wasn't a fan of Alex Pereira's post-fight celebration at UFC 300. Hill had attempted to take back his UFC Light Heavyweight title in April, one that he never lost as he relinquished it after defeating (and retiring) Glover Teixeira due to a ruptured Achilles injury suffered last summer.

MMA News / FirstSportz / June 3

Alex Pereira warns Dagestani Magomed Ankalaev of sleeping on Brazilian’s 'ground game'

Alex Pereira is currently one of the top fighters on the UFC roster. His rise to fame has been commendable and the fighter has already established himself as one of the best strikers.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 23

By The Numbers: Alex Pereira

If fear had a face, it might look a lot like Alex Pereira. Armed with ferocious power, surgical precision and magnetic charisma, the reigning Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight titleholder has established himself as a must-see attraction a little more than two years into his tenure with the company.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 20

'It’ll be history-making!' Ex-UFC middleweight title challenger on Alex Pereira’s potential heavyweight title triumph

Alex Pereira has already made a Hall of Fame resume with a handful of fights in the UFC. The former Glory Kickboxing double-champion has heavyweight ambitions in the UFC after he conquered middleweight and light heavyweight.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 13

Jon Jones vs Alex Pereira could be ‘over in two and half minutes’, says former MMA champ

Alex Pereira is not yet ready to fight Jon Jones, according to MMA veteran Ben Askren. Pereira vs. Jones is one of the most intriguing fights on the table.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 10

'I’m past betting against Alex,' Post-UFC 300, Daniel Cormier thinks Alex Pereira MATCHES the upper echelon at heavyweight

Alex Pereira has recently commanded quite the aura as the ultimate fighter. The UFC & GLORY champ is the ninth fighter to hold a title in two divisions.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 9

Sidelined Former Champ Jan Blachowicz Calls for Alex Pereira Rematch

Jan Blachowicz has made his case for a rematch against Alex Pereira upon his return to action. Pereira (10-2) earned a narrow split decision over Blachowicz (29-10) to make good on his debut in the light heavyweight division at UFC 291 in July 2023.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 8

'Knocked out everybody but not me,' Former champ Jan Blachowicz makes the case to rematch Alex Pereira in a title bout

Jan Blachowicz has unfinished business with the light heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira. The Polish powerhouse wasn’t satisfied with the result of their first clash and has plans to settle the score next time.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 6

What Would Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira Look Like?

There have been rumors swirling that Jon Jones could be involved in a mammoth fight with Alex Pereira. It would fulfill the prophecy Pereira laid out, with the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion hinting at a move to heavyweight.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 4

Jon Jones ready to give ‘GOAT’ status threat Alex Pereira chance to create history with 3-division champion glory

After fighting Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones sees two-division champ Alex Pereira as a legacy fight worth pursuing in his career. That is not surprising, given he has long maintained deep reverence for the kickboxing powerhouse.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 2

Alex Pereira’s Manager: ‘Ankalaev Would Get Knocked Out’ Facing Pereira

Many believe that if Alex Pereira moved up in weight again, he would be successful, but no one is more confident in his skills than his manager. Ahead of UFC 301, manager Jorge “Joinha” Guimaraes spoke to Sherdog about the future of his fighter, Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight champion Pereira.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / April 18

Alex Pereira Reveals Additional Broken Toe, Expects No UFC 301 Appearance

Alex Pereira appears to have ruled himself out of competing again in a few weeks. The Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight king prevailed at UFC 300, punching out Jamahal Hill to defend his throne.

MMA News / Yardbarker / April 15

White not enthusiastic about Pereira’s desired move to heavyweight

Dana White not enthusiastic about Alex Pereira’s desired move to heavyweight

UFC president Dana White has to admire the ambitiousness of his light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira (10-2).

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MMA News / Empire Sports Media / April 15

After knocking out Jamahal Hill at UFC 300 to retain his title, what’s next for Alex Pereira

In the main event of UFC 300, the light heavyweight title was on the line. Light heavyweight champion and promotional superstar Alex Pereira (10-2) was looking to successfully defend his title for the first time as he took on former light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill (12-2, 1 NC).

MMA News / Sherdog.com / April 14

Alex Pereira Discusses Fighting Through Broken Toe, Groin Shot at UFC 300

There wasn’t anything that could stop Alex Pereira from leaving UFC 300 with the light heavyweight title still in his possession. The former Glory Kickboxing

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 14

Can Anybody Stop Alex Pereira?

Alex Pereira made short work of Jamahal Hill in the UFC 300 main event. When the Chicago native tried for a strike against the champ in the first round, “Poatan” unloaded a barrage on Hill.

MMA News / Field Level Media / April 14

Alex Pereira blitzes Jamahal Hill at UFC 300

Alex Pereira needed just 3:14 to knock out Jamahal Hill and retain his light heavyweight title on Saturday night at UFC 300 in Las Vegas. Pereira (10-2-0) put together a stunning sequence that began with him getting kicked below the belt and not even flinching.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / April 14

UFC 300: Alex Pereira Wants Quick Return, Possible Heavyweight Move

First, it was middleweight. Currently, it is light heavyweight. Now, Alex Pereira is setting his sights on heavyweight. Pereira scored a convincing title defense in the main event of UFC 300 Saturday night.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 12

Looking at Alex Pereira’s Last Fight

Alex Pereira took care of business in his UFC Light Heavyweight Championship match against Jiri Prochazka at UFC 295. “Poatan” delivered a TKO in the second round, cementing himself as the new driving force.