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Henry Cejudo: UFC champ Dricus Du Plessis should tell Israel Adesanya to ‘take a hike’

Henry Cejudo advises Dricus Du Plessis to go after Alex Pereira, not Israel Adesanya.
During the UFC 297 pre-fight news conference, Du Plessis (21-2 MMA, 7-0 UFC) expressed interest in eventually …read more

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Dricus Du Plessis sends messages to Alex Pereira and Drake following title win at UFC 297: “I dare you”

DDP Responds …read more

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Alex Pereira weighs up title fight with Dricus du Plessis after UFC 297: ‘Maybe one more rodeo at middleweight?’

Receiving the offer of a light heavyweight title defense against Dricus du Plessis ahead of the former’s title fight at UFC 297, following viewing last night in the South African’s …read more

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UFC 297: Alex Pereira set to corner former opponent Sean Strickland in main event

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Past opponents become allies at UFC 297 with light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira set to corner middleweight king Sean Strickland …read more

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Alex Pereira Responds to Dricus Du Plessis’ Call-Out Ahead of UFC 297: ‘You Have to Listen’

Dricus Du Plessis’ interest in fighting Alex Pereira has prompted a response from the reigning light heavyweight champion.

Hours ahead of his highly anticipated title tilt with middleweight king Sean …read more

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Posted on January 20, 2024, 6:13 pm By
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Alex Pereira responds to Dricus Du Plessis’ callout at UFC 297 presser: ‘That’s far from happening’

Dricus Du Plessis said he’s interested in one day fighting for Alex Pereira’s light heavyweight title, and that naturally evoked a response from Pereira.
This past Thursday at the UFC 297 …read more

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UFC CEO Dana White shuts down rumors of a potential Alex Pereira vs. Tom Aspinall fight

Good or bad news? …read more

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Alex Pereira reveals bizarre reason for recent breakup

Since joining the UFC and becoming a household name in the world of combat sports, Alex Pereira has always been considered an emotionless, stone-cold killer. So, fans were understandably shocked …read more

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Posted on January 19, 2024, 6:13 pm By
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UFC star Alex Pereira details split from ex-Girlfriend, reveals she was married during relationship: ‘I deleted her from my life’

Undisputed light heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira has shed light on his recent break up with ex-girlfriend, Merle Christine, accusing the latter of being married whilst in their relationship – before …read more

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Dricus Du Plessis Eyes Future Title Clash with Alex Pereira Once He Takes Care of Business at Middleweight

Dricus Du Plessis would be happy to step inside the Octagon with light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira after taking care of a bit of business at middleweight.

Emanating from Scotiabank …read more

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Posted on January 19, 2024, 1:43 am By
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Alex Pereira remains betting favorite to beat Jamahal Hill amid calls for UFC title fight defense

Undisputed light heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira remains a strong betting favorite to beat Jamahal Hill in his return to the Octagon – with the UFC kingpin claiming he wants to …read more

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Morning Report: Tom Aspinall ‘not a bully,’ but welcomes Alex Pereira fight at UFC 300 if offered

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UFC 300 is getting bigger and bigger with each fight announcement.
Dana White last spoiled the fans with …read more

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Posted on January 18, 2024, 1:43 pm By
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Tom Aspinall remains keen on Alex Pereira challenge at UFC 300

As UFC 300 begins to fill up with fantastic matchups, newly crowned light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira continues to hint at a potential fight announcement in the near future.
While all …read more

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Jiri Prochazka Reveals Battle with Severe Staph Infection Ahead of UFC 295

Jiri Prochazka wasn’t at his best leading up to his gold bid against Alex Pereira at UFC 295 in November. …read more

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Posted on January 16, 2024, 5:13 pm By
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Jiri Prochazka sheds light on nasty staph infection ahead of Alex Pereira title fight: ‘I could only train for one week’

Former undisputed light heavyweight champion, Jiri Prochazka has revealed he suffered from a nasty staph infection his left leg ahead of his UFC 295 title fight with Alex Pereira back …read more

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Alex Pereira seemingly confirms Jamahal Hill fight is next: “Focus on what matters”

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Alex Pereira Focused on Making First UFC LHW Title Defense Against Jamahal Hill

While Magomed Ankalaev staked his claim to a light heavyweight title shot with a knockout victory on Saturday night, reigning champ Alex Pereira appears to have other plans. …read more

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Posted on January 15, 2024, 9:43 pm By
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Alex Pereira plans on fighting Jamahal Hill, breaking Ronda Rousey’s record next

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Alex Pereira wants to stay busy in 2024.
A day after Magomed Ankalaev dismantled Johnny …read more

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UFC star Alex Pereira eyes title fight with Jamahal Hill in next Octagon walk: ‘Let’s focus on what matters’

Undisputed light heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira has sights fixed on a title defense against former gold holder, Jamahal Hill first and foremost in his return to the Octagon, appearing to …read more

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Magomed Ankalaev Promises ‘Firefight’ in Potential Championship Clash vs. Alex Pereira

Magomed Ankalaev believes he has done his part to receive No. 1 contender status in the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s light heavyweight division. …read more

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Magomed Ankalaev calls for UFC 300 title fight with Alex Pereira: ‘i’m ready, I’m just waiting on the message’

Following last night’s brutal knockout win over contender, Johnny Walker in their UFC Vegas 84 rematch, former vacant title challenger, Magomed Ankalaev has sights on a quickfire turnaround at UFC …read more

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Magomed Ankalaev sends message to Alex Pereira, makes case for title shot over Jamahal Hill

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Magomed Ankalaev picked up another big win Saturday and he thinks there’s only one …read more

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UFC Vegas 84 post-fight show: Reaction to Magomed Ankalaev, Jim Miller’s nasty finishes

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Magomed Ankalaev wanted to make a case to get a title shot against Alex Pereira heading into …read more

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Posted on January 14, 2024, 4:43 am By
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Alex Pereira’s coach sends message to Magomed Ankalaev following Brutal KO of Johnny Walker: ‘See You Soon’

Magomed Ankalaev may have earned himself another shot at UFC gold following his brutal second-round knockout of Johnny Walker on Saturday night.

After their UFC 294 clash came to a …read more

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‘See you soon’: Alex Pereira’s coach, other pros react to Magomed Ankalaev’s vicious knockout at UFC Vegas 84

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Magomed Ankalaev may get his second opportunity at the UFC light heavyweight title after brutally finishing Johnny …read more

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Posted on January 14, 2024, 3:13 am By
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Magomed Ankalaev eyes title fight with Alex Pereira with UFC Vegas 84 win: ‘No one is more deserving than me’

Former vacant light heavyweight title challenger, Magomed Ankalaev has staked his claim for a another title siege with a victory over Johnny Walker in their UFC Vegas 84 this weekend, …read more

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Johnny Walker echoes calls for ‘Fun’ fight with Alex Pereira at UFC 300: ‘Someone will get knocked out’

Ahead of his return to the Octagon at UFC Vegas 84 this weekend, Brazilian contender, Johnny Walker has laid out his plans to compete for light heavyweight gold against compatriot, …read more

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Michael Bisping confident Alex Pereira will be defending his light heavyweight title at UFC 300: “You know who it’s gonna be”

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Alex Pereira teases massive comeback with cryptic one word post on social media amid links to UFC 300 fight

Undisputed light heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira has once more sent fans into raptures across social media today, posting a single word message online, appearing to link him with a return …read more

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Posted on January 9, 2024, 4:43 pm By
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Johnny Walker envisions scenario in which he beats Magomed Ankalaev and challenges Alex Pereira at UFC 300

Johnny Walker sees a win over Magomed Ankalaev lining him up for a title shot.
Walker (21-7 MMA, 7-4 UFC) and Ankalaev (18-1-1 MMA, 9-1-1 UFC) will run things back in …read more

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Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira 3 rumors swirl after ‘Stylebender’ shares photo of his updated physique

Could it be? …read more

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Photos – Fans Speculate Israel Adesanya is set for trilogy fight with UFC foe Alex Pereira amid massive weight gain

Confirming at the end of last year how is planning a quickfire return to the Octagon instead of a confirmed layoff until 2027 at the very earliest, former two-time middleweight …read more

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Posted on January 4, 2024, 8:44 pm By
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Photos – Fans Speculate Israel Adesanya is set for trilogy fight with UFC foe Alex Pereira amid massive weight gain

Confirming at the end of last year how is planning a quickfire return to the Octagon instead of a confirmed layoff until 2027 at the very earliest, former two-time middleweight …read more

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Posted on January 4, 2024, 8:43 pm By
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Alex Pereira and his girlfriend spark rumors of a break-Up after unfollowing each other on Instagram

In the span of a year, Alex Pereira claimed both the UFC middleweight and light heavyweight world championships, establishing himself as one of the greatest fighters in the promotion’s 30-year …read more

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Posted on December 29, 2023, 10:46 pm By
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Alex Pereira shuts down heavyweight move, third title fight at UFC 300: ‘Maybe someday for the future’

While appearing to put the brakes firmly on rumors of him making a heavyweight move at UFC 300 in April of next year, undisputed light heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira claims …read more

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Posted on December 29, 2023, 4:16 pm By
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Alex Pereira addresses speculation of UFC 300 fight vs. Tom Aspinall, would only move up the ‘right way’

UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira claims there was no significant meaning behind his cryptic, viral social media post that was dissected by the MMA world.
Pereira (9-2 MMA, 6-1 UFC), …read more

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UFC light heavyweight champ Alex Pereira reveals the meaning behind his cryptic ’30+300=3′ post

Alex Pereira offered some insight into his cryptic Instagram post.

Earlier this month, ‘Poatan’ had fight fans in a frenzy as they tried to interpret a confusing mathematical equation that …read more

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Posted on December 28, 2023, 10:46 pm By
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Alex Pereira believes heavyweight move has to happen “the right way,” shuts down rumors of Tom Aspinall fight

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‘Overlooked’ Strickland Most ‘Beatable’ Champion?

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Is Sean Strickland an easier fight than Israel Adesanya or Alex Pereira?
Former UFC heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier, …read more

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Chinzo Machida Discusses Combat Sports Future, Alex Pereira’s UFC Title Reign

Multiple-time Brazilian karate champion Chinzo Machida made a return to the ring earlier this month at Karate Combat 43, where he earned a unanimous decision win over American kickboxing veteran …read more

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UFC 2023 Knockout of the Year Nominees

The UFC revealed their nominations for the fight promotion’s 2023 Knockout of the Year award.  The nominations include: Israel Adesanya’s UFC 287 knockout of Alex Pereira to become a two-time …read more

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Posted on December 26, 2023, 6:16 pm By
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MMA Fighting’s 2023 Knockout of the Year: Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira

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Israel Adesanya had just arrived at his 47th minute of sanctioned fighting against Alex Pereira, and history …read more

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Posted on December 25, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Exclusive – The Schmo Dubs Alex Pereira ‘One of the great stories of mixed martial arts’ in 2023

Renowned MMA journalist The Schmo believes Alex Pereira was one of the most exciting things about the sport in 2023.

The ‘Brazilian Boogeyman’ entered the year as the reigning UFC middleweight …read more

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Posted on December 24, 2023, 5:16 pm By
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Tom Aspinall and Alex Pereira Tease potential heavyweight title clash at UFC 300

It seems like reigning UFC champions Tom Aspinall and Alex Pereira are teasing something big for the promotion’s milestone event next year.

Days removed from the reveal that UFC 300 would …read more

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Alex Pereira hints at heavyweight title fight at UFC 300, Tom Aspinall responds

Alex Pereira wasted no time in rising to the cream of the crop in mixed martial arts and could be on his way to achieving something never done before in …read more

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