Following his loss to Israel Adesanya, Alex Pereira wasted no time in revealing his decision to transition to the light heavyweight division.
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Following his loss of the UFC middleweight championship to Israel Adesanya, Alex Pereira wasted no time in revealing his decision to transition to the light heavyweight division. Not only did he declare his intention to compete in the new weight class, but he also confirmed that his upcoming fight would be in the light heavyweight category.
Pereira’s wish was swiftly granted when UFC president Dana White announced his highly anticipated showdown against former light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz at UFC 291. The stage is set for an electrifying clash as Pereira seeks to make his mark in his new weight class against a formidable opponent.
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As anticipation builds for his upcoming bout at UFC 291, Alex Pereira, affectionately known as ‘Poatan,’ has shared a captivating glimpse into his training progress. Taking to social media, he revealed a compelling “transformation photo” capturing a sparring session. The image has not only left fans in awe but has also sparked curiosity about the potential surprises he has in store for the event and beyond.
“My next fight will be at 205, yeah, you heard right. My next fight will be at 205. I think I did my work at 185, and now I’m feeling good to go up to 205. (…) I want to make one thing clear: The division 185, I always made weight. A lot of people had doubts, but I always fulfilled my obligation. But now it’s the moment to go up to the next division. This will be better for me,” he wrote.
In the jaw-dropping picture, Alex Pereira stands side by side with UFC heavyweight Parker Porter, accentuating the striking contrast in their heights. The significant transformation captured in the image sent fans into a frenzy of excitement, particularly in light of Pereira’s rumored venture into the heavyweight division. Social media platforms were flooded with enthusiastic reactions as spectators marveled at the stunning physical change exhibited by Pereira, fueling anticipation for his potential move and sparking discussions about the possibilities that lie ahead for the accomplished fighter.
One fervent fan put forth an intriguing proposal: the creation of a novel weight class specifically tailored to accommodate fighters between 205 and 265 pounds. The suggestion, shared on various platforms, sparked lively discussions and debates among MMA enthusiasts
Enthusiastic supporters of Poatan did not hold back in expressing their fervent beliefs, boldly asserting he’s setting his sights on Jon Jones, and he is destined to claim the light heavyweight championship.
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