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‘Do Bronx’ is expecting a lot of Brazilian success at UFC 335. The UFC’s final numbered event of 2026 will close out with Charles Oliveira defending his BMF title for the first time since winning it from Max Holloway.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 27

Alex Pereira strangely now ranked higher than next foe Sergei Pavlovich due to post-UFC 333 updates

The heavyweight rankings have undergone some changes, but Alex Pereira has remained in place. UFC 335 in December will be Pereira’s last attempt at heavyweight success following the loss that he suffered when debuting in the division earlier this year.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 26

'It Doesn’t Make Sense to Me'- Israel Adesanya Ridicules Alex Pereira’s Approach Ahead of the Pavlovich Fight

“It doesn’t make sense to me,” Israel Adesanya said, teasing Alex Pereira for pre-programming an exit strategy ahead of his upcoming bout against Sergei Pavlovich.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Alex Pereira Is Changing His Body for Sergei Pavlovich, and He Just Admitted He Might Not Stay at Heavyweight

Alex Pereira will look noticeably different when he steps into the cage against Sergei Pavlovich. The former two-division champion confirmed he plans to weigh around 240 pounds for the UFC 335 co-main event on Dec.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 16

Sergei Pavlovich makes five-word promise as he prepares to ‘surprise’ Alex Pereira at UFC 335

Sergei Pavlovich has told fans to expect the unexpected at UFC 335. The Russian knockout artist will face Alex Pereira in the co-main event on December 12.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / October 7

Former champion picks Alex Pereira to beat Sergei Pavlovich

The UFC 335 co-main event will feature a five-round heavyweight bout with monumental implications in the division’s title picture. Former two-division titleholder Alex Pereira faces former interim title challenger and No.

MMA News / The Body Lock / October 6

Rogan Calls Pavlovich ‘Tough Task’ for Pereira in December

Joe Rogan called Sergei Pavlovich a tough opponent for Alex Pereira during the UFC 332 broadcast Pereira and Pavlovich will fight December 12 at UFC 335

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 5

UFC 335 gives Alex Pereira the chance for revenge 7 months after Sergei Pavlovich KO’d his teammate

Alex Pereira has the chance to avenge Tallison Teixeira’s setback from earlier this year. ‘Poatan’ has his return on the calendar after Dana White officially announced it during Saturday’s UFC 332 broadcast.

MMA News / The Body Lock / October 4

Bookmakers Favor Pavlovich Over Pereira in December Showdown

Alex Pereira faces Sergei Pavlovich in the UFC 335 co-main event on December 12 in Las Vegas Pereira returns to heavyweight after suffering a knockout

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 4

Alex Pereira sends ominous message to Sergei Pavlovich after Dana White announced the UFC 335 fight

‘Poatan’ is raring to go. Former UFC light heavyweight and middleweight champion Alex Pereira will resume his pursuit of a historic third divisional title on MMA’s biggest stage this December.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 4

Pereira Faces Pavlovich In UFC 335 Co-Main

Alex Pereira will make another run at heavyweight when he faces Sergei Pavlovich in the UFC 335 co-main event on Dec. 12 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

MMA News / TWSN / October 3

Alex Pereira vs Sergei Pavlovich: Rumor & Prediction

Alex Pereira is rumored to be continuing his heavyweight run against a game opponent and power puncher, Sergei Pavlovich. Though we don’t know for sure

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 17

Valter Walker: Sergei Pavlovich would 'run right through' Pereira

UFC heavyweight Valter Walker believes his training partner Sergei Pavlovich would make quick work of Alex Pereira should the promotion book the two contenders against each other.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 1

Sergei Pavlovich calls for title shot after UFC Macau win

Third-ranked heavyweight contender Sergei Pavlovich went into his UFC Macau main card bout against up-and-comer Tallison Teixeira without a lot to gain.

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MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 31

Pavlovich declares 'I'm here' after knockout win

Sergei Pavlovich sent a three-word message to the heavyweight division following his latest stoppage victory. The Russian contender said he is back in the title picture after erasing doubts with a finish.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / May 30

Sergei Pavlovich makes quick work of Tallison Teixeira at UFC Macau

The UFC Macau main card on Saturday featured a heavyweight clash between No. 3 ranked contender Sergei Pavlovich and No. 12 ranked Tallison Teixeira. Pavlovich, a mainstay in the top tier of the division, entered the bout coming off back-to-back wins.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 28

Sergei Pavlovich vs. Tallison Teixeira prediction, odds, pick for UFC Macau

The UFC Macau: Song vs. Figueiredo Main Card is heating up as we’re back with another prediction and pick for this upcoming clash in the Heavyweight Division.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / May 24

Who Is Sergei Pavlovich? Meet the Russian Kung Fu Champ Chasing Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall

Sergei Pavlovich has never needed much time to make an impression inside the cage. The Russian heavyweight built his UFC reputation by walking opponents down and knocking them out with frightening speed.

MMA News / Yardbarker / November 2

Potential matchups for main-event, co-main-event fighters after UFC Vegas 110

Here’s who the winners and losers could fight next.

UFC Vegas 110: Steve Garcia calls out Max Holloway after TKO win

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / August 22, 2025

UFC Shanghai Preview and Prediction: Sergei Pavlovich – Waldo Cortes-Acosta

Tomorrow on the main card of UFC Shanghai, we are going to see a really pivotal and under the radar matchup in the heavyweight division. Former title challenger and third ranked heavyweight Sergei Pavlovich (19-3) is back as he takes on the surging sixth ranked contender Waldo Cortes-Acosta (14-1).

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 20, 2025