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Alex Pereira is targeting his second UFC weight switch in 2026. ‘Poatan’ has made his plans for the new year clear ever since returning to the UFC light heavyweight throne this past October.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 10

Khamzat Chimaev trashes Alex Pereira, accuses Brazilian of 'running' from fight

Middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev recently revealed that he doesn't plan on staying in the 185-pound division for very long. Having won the middleweight

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 10

Alex Pereira Chasing Three-Division Glory

UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira wants to move up to the heavyweight division to add a third belt, with a view to facing Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall.

MMA News / The Body Lock / December 8

Can Alex Pereira Become UFC’s First Three-Weight Champion in 2026?

Alex Pereira wants to move to heavyweight in 2026 to become UFC’s first three-weight champion His top target is Jon Jones at the UFC White House card next

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 8

Khamzat Chimaev Calls Alex Pereira’s UFC White House Bluff in Fiery Challenge to Coach

As the promotion gears up to enter its historic Paramount+ CBS era, Alex Pereira and Khamzat Chimaev have started beefing once again. To crank up the animosity, ‘Poatan’s coach, Glover Teixeira, also had some heated words for ‘Borz’, and the 185 lbs champion didn’t waste any time firing back.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 8

Alex Pereira Reveals UFC Return Plan as Jon Jones at White House in Limbo

Alex Pereira wants only legacy fights, nothing less. Over a month has passed since he reclaimed his belt from Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320, where he finished the Russian champion in just ninety seconds in front of a stacked Sin City crowd.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 5

Alex Pereira Teases Historic Return With Ominous Warning, Sparking Jon Jones Speculation

Alex Pereira had been dropping hints. The dust had barely settled after Tom Aspinall’s first title defense as undisputed heavyweight champion collapsed almost as soon as it began.

MMA News / FirstSportz / November 30

Watch:: Alex Pereira Sleeps Sparring Partner with Signature Left Hook Despite Barely Landing

Training footage has become increasingly common as fighters share glimpses of their preparation behind the scenes. These clips often highlight technique, conditioning, and raw striking strength.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30

Alex Pereira’s Sparring With 6′7″ Heavyweight Fuels Excitement for Potential Jon Jones White House Fight

Alex Pereira has one goal in mind after avenging his loss to Magomed Ankalaev. And that’s moving up to heavyweight for a showdown with Jon Jones. The UFC hasn’t officially signed off on Pereira’s bid to compete in a third weight class, but the buzz is already electric.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 30

Alex Pereira Slammed For Knocking Out Sparring Partner

UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira has been slammed after knocking out a sparring partner in the gym. Pereira is considered one of the leading knockout artists in the division.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 29

Alex Pereira viciously knocks out sparring partner after UFC icon was challenged in the gym

Alex Pereira looks as ready as ever for his return to the octagon as new footage showed him brutalizing a man who challenged him to a spar. The two-weight UFC champion is currently preparing to defend his newly reclaimed light-heavyweight title against Carlos Ullberg early next year.

MMA News / The Body Lock / November 27

Jon Jones vs Alex Pereira: Former Champion Accepts Any Spot on UFC White House Card

Jon Jones says he would accept a non-main event spot at the UFC White House card for the first time since 2011 Jones is interested in fighting Alex Pereira

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 26

‘Call me crazy’… UFC legend pitches ‘phenomenal’ Alex Pereira fight against former title challenger

A former UFC champion made a bold suggestion for a matchup he’d like to see Alex Pereira in. This past weekend, several notable fights at UFC Qatar led to discussions about what could be next at the top of the lightweight and welterweight divisions.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 25

Jon Jones ‘Preparing’ To Face Alex Pereira

Jon Jones is preparing to face UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira just in case the UFC makes the fight. Jones, the former UFC Heavyweight Champion, retired in June which prevented the Tom Aspinall fight from going ahead.

Alex Pereira Says Jake Paul Using His Name to Promote Anthony Joshua Fight

Alex Pereira says a boxing match with Jake Paul would be a “challenge for both of us” The UFC light heavyweight champion believes he does “really well

Alex Pereira gives unexpected verdict on a possible clash with Jake Paul

Alex Pereira has given a straight answer when asked about the possibility of stepping into the boxing ring with Jake Paul. Jake Paul was originally set to fight Gervonta Davis, but after that bout fell through, he quickly shifted his focus to Anthony Joshua.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 25

Alex Pereira Rumored to Steal Ilia Topuria’s Spot to Kickstart UFC’s Paramount Era

“It’s a possibility.” That is what UFC CEO Dana White said during a Contender Series post-fight press conference, when Oscar Willis asked him about whether Ilia Topuria could potentially star the Paramount+ CBS era’s first card.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 24

Alex Pereira sent Olympic boxer flying out of the ring with brutal KO during amateur boxing career

Before turning his attention to MMA and the UFC, Alex Pereira began a career in boxing, where he seemed to have a potential career. Over the last few years, Alex Pereira has rapidly become one of, if not the, biggest star in combat sports, taking over the UFC in just a matter of years.

Alex Pereira shares his surprising take on a potential fight against Jake Paul

Alex Pereira has shared his candid and honest response to a potential future boxing fight against Jake Paul. Last week it was shockingly announced that Jake Paul‘s next boxing outing will take place against former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua, after his scheduled fight against Gervonta Davis was canceled.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 13

Pereira Challenges Chimaev To Charity BJJ Grappling Match

UFC Lightweight Champion Alex Pereira has challenged UFC Middleweight Champion Khamzat Chimaev to a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) grappling match. Pereira reclaimed his light heavyweight title with a stoppage win over Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 14

Alex Pereira Calls Out Jon Jones for White House Superfight

Jon Jones wants it and now Alex Pereira says he does, too. In a brief Instagram video alongside influencer Nina Drama, the reigning two-division UFC champion kept his message short and unmistakable: “Jon Jones.

MMA News / MMA on SI / November 12

Alex Pereira travels to iconic location for latest Jon Jones UFC White House callout

Alex Pereira’s latest callout of Jon Jones took place in front of one of the most iconic arenas in combat history. Now in his second reign as the UFC’s

MMA News / HITC / November 11

Jiri Prochazka opens up on the mental duel he had with Alex Pereira at iconic UFC face-off

Few UFC moments have captured the crowd quite like the intense stare-down between Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka. The two light heavyweights have faced off twice in the Octagon, with Pereira coming out on top both times by TKO.

MMA News / HITC / November 9

Khamzat Chimaev makes outrageous claim about potential fight with Alex Pereira

Khamzat Chimaev has yet to confirm his first title defence but is already setting his sights on Alex Pereira up at light heavyweight. There has been plenty of talk around what is next for the undefeated champion, with many expecting a bout against Nassourdine Imavov to be announced soon.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / October 15

Alex Pereira Won’t Wait For Jon Jones Superfight

RIO DE JANEIRO — Alex “Poatan” Pereira is back atop the light heavyweight mountain, and he’s not planning to wait around for Jon Jones or anyone else to decide his next move.