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Jiri Prochazka pulled off miraculous buzzer-beating finish over former Jon Jones rival to win first UFC title

Jiri Prochazka’s lifelong quest for a UFC title featured one of the craziest championship fights in MMA history. After earning the belt by defeating Jan Blachowicz, Glover Teixeira faced another unorthodox light heavyweight for his first 205 lb title defense.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 14

Former champ Jiri Prochazka declined massive UFC title fight for one surprising reason

Jiri Prochazka could have taken Alex Pereira’s place against Magomed Ankalaev. The former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion is one of the few fighters to never lose their title in the Octagon, having vacated the championship when he was sidelined with an injury in Nov.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 1

Jiri Prochazka survived getting KO’d to score vicious faceplant finish over fighter who ‘beat’ Jon Jones

Jiri Prochazka’s sophomore Octagon appearance ended with one of the most brutal KO’s of all time. The former RIZIN light-heavyweight champion debuted in the UFC with a big KO win over Volkan Oezdemir in July 2020.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 27

Jiri Prochazka called out by UFC knockout artist with even higher finish rate

An unranked fighter from UFC Kansas City is shooting his shot with Jiri Prochazka. The latest call-out of the former UFC Champion came as a bit of a surprise with Prochazka still in the title picture, ranked #2 in the light heavyweight division.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 24

Jiri Prochazka knocks out YouTuber

A new craze has seemingly appeared, which sees UFC fighters share the cage with YouTubers for a sparring session. Now, fan-favorite Jiri Prochazka is the latest to get involved with the trend.

MMA News / FirstSportz / April 7

UFC star Jiri Prochazka’s ‘freezing cold’ training session for title redemption is going viral

Jiri Prochazka is one of the most entertaining fighters in the UFC, known for his wild and unorthodox style. Since his debut in 2020, the Czech fighter has battled some of the top contenders in the light heavyweight division with determination.

MMA News / FirstSportz / March 11

Jiri Prochazka fires back at newly crowned champ Magomed Ankalaev for ‘fraud’ claims

Magomed Ankalaev recently shocked the world by becoming the new light heavyweight champion. The Russian defeated Alex Pereira via unanimous decision and has already indulged in several beefs with top candidates.

MMA News / MMA on SI / February 28

Jamahal Hill on what bugs him about Jiri Prochazka loss: 'I've fought twice in...'

Jamahal Hill hasn't been as active as he wants to be, injuries getting in the way of what was once a promising UFC title reign. The former UFC light heavyweight champion faced off with Jiri Prochazka shortly after winning the belt in 2022, but they wouldn't fight until three years later.

MMA News / Yardbarker / January 24

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MMA News / MMA on SI / January 21

Jiri Prochazka Recalls Drinking with Jamahal Hill Post-Fight, What He Told UFC Foe

Jiri Prochazka has made peace with Jamahal Hill following their 'Fight of the Night' contender at UFC 311. Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Prochazka isn't one to talk trash before his fights, and that's where he and Hill differ - his opponent dead-set on revenge against Alex Pereira for knocking him out at UFC 300.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / January 20

After sensational knockout win at UFC 311, what’s next for Jiri Prochazka?

This past Saturday on the main card of UFC 311, we saw an absolute war between two former light heavyweight champions. Jiri Prochazka (31-5-1) and Jamahal Hill (12-3, 1 NC) were both looking to get back on track after suffering losses against Alex Pereira in their last fights.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 19

Jiri Prochazka stops Jamahal Hill in UFC 311 fire fight

A pair of former light heavyweight champions, Jiri Prochazka and Jamahal Hill, clashed on the UFC 311 main card on Saturday. Both men entered the fight coming off knockout losses to champion Alex Pereira.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 18

Jamahal Hill Vs. Jiri Prochazka Predictions – ‘He Will Make Him Pay’

Jamahal Hill faces Jiri Prochazka at UFC 311, as fellow MMA fighters gave their predictions. Hill is the former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. He enters the fight with a knockout loss to the current UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, Alex Pereira.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 15

Jiri Prochazka targets Alex Pereira trilogy following a potential win at UFC 311

Jiri Prochazka has a tall task in front of him this weekend for UFC 311. Ahead of the matchup, he still has a strong belief he will eventually get another shot against Alex Pereira.

MMA News / MMA on SI / December 16

Jiri Prochazka Sends Wholesome Response to Cancer Patient with UFC Star’s ‘War Hair'

Life's biggest battles are fought outside the Octagon. A UFC fan recently revealed she had been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy. Before she lost her hair, the user "butterfly105" recreated the look of former UFC Champion Jiri Prochazka, who famously fights with his hair pulled back like an antenna.

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MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 5

Prochazka’s Witchcraft Claims Against Pereira Cost Him

Jiri Prochazka was always facing a tough task to beat Alex Pereira when he started worrying about allegations of ‘witchcraft.’ In the build-up to their UFC 303 clash, Prochazka bizarrely claimed that Pereira was using ‘spirits’ in the big fights to get the better of his opponent.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 2

After devastating loss at UFC 303, what’s next for Jiri Prochazka?

This past Saturday night in the main event of UFC 303, the light heavyweight title was on the line in a rematch. Former champion Jiri Prochazka (30-5-1) was trying to regain the light heavyweight title as he took on current champion Alex Pereira (11-2).

MMA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

UFC fighter reveals how social media video led to his big knockout win

Alex Pereira successfully defended his light heavyweight championship at UFC 303 on Saturday night, and a clip that was shared on social media helped him formulate a strategy for the fight.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 30

Alex Pereira gets knockout vs. Jiri Prochazka to retain championship

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MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 28

Alex Pereira vs. Jiri Prochazka UFC 303 Predictions – ‘He Will KO Him’

Alex Pereira will defend his UFC Light Heavyweight Title on June 29 at UFC 303 against Jiri Prochazka, as MMA pros gave their predictions. Pereira defended his belt for the second time, which he won; he defeated Prochazka in their UFC 295 clash for the vacant title in a second-round stoppage.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 27

UFC 303: Prochazka & Pereira Debate Using 'Magic & Shamans' in Fights

MMA is the sport that keeps on giving. UFC 303: Jiri Prochazka Open to Alex Pereira Trilogy: ‘You Only Fight the Best' Alex Pereira vs. Jiri Prochazka 1 was a clash for the ages at UFC 295, but the latter fighter believes external forces were at play in his TKO loss.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / June 26

Jiri Prochazka’s net worth in 2024

Jiri Prochazka’s net worth in 2024 is $1 million. When he broke onto the scene in the UFC, he was viewed as one of the biggest up-and-comers and one of the brightest future stars in the company.

MMA News / Wrestling on SI / June 25

Jiri Prochazka on First Bout Against Alex Pereira: ‘I Wasn’t 100 Percent–Now I Am’

Jiri Prochazka felt an odd sensation last night November. Defeat. For the first time since December of 2015, Prochazka lost a fight. He was beat by Alex Pereira, a late-comer to MMA after a highly decorated kickboxing career.

MMA News / Yardbarker / June 14

Conor McGregor suffers injury ahead of UFC 303, new main event announced

The highly anticipated return of Conor McGregor will continue to prolong, as the former UFC champion suffered an injury ahead of his upcoming fight against Michael Chandler at UFC 303, per UFC president Dana White.

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MMA News / FirstSportz / May 24, 2024

UFC star Jiri Prochazka updates fans on three-day ‘No light, no food’ training

Jiri Prochazka is not joking around and is continuously training ahead of his potential light heavyweight title shot. Prochazka is known to be one of the most skilled fighters on the UFC roster.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / April 16, 2024

After his incredible performance at UFC 300, what’s next for Jiri Prochazka?

This past Saturday night in the featured prelim of UFC 300, we saw a massive light heavyweight matchup. Former champion Jiri Prochazka (30-4-1) was looking to get back on track as he took on the returning Aleksandar Rakic (14-4).