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On YouTubeMMA News / FirstSportz / June 11
'Maybe he just woke up from the knockout': Alex Pereira offers savage response to Jamahal Hill throwing tantrum months after fight
Alex Pereira and Jamahal Hill‘s rivalry hit a new turn this past week. Almost two months after the UFC 300 event, ‘Sweet Dreams’ decided to call out ‘Poatan’ for his actions post-victory.
UFC News: Alex Pereira Absolutely Trolls Jamahal Hill: ‘Maybe He Just Woke Up'
There's no love lost between Alex Pereira and Jamahal Hill months after they fought at UFC 300. UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Pereira would lock in his first title defense in April, having fought the returning former champ Hill, who had never actually lost his title and decided to relinquish it last year.
MMA News / FirstSportz / June 8
Watch: Light heavyweight superstar Alex Pereira is going VIRAL for sparring heavyweight Tai Tuivasa
Tai Tuivasa is the #11 ranking heavyweight in the UFC. He was recently caught sparring with light-heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira. The video is currently making its way across the internet and has raised many questions in the minds of ‘Poatan’ fans.
MMA News / FirstSportz / June 6
'Leave you as Izzy left you in Miami' – Jamahal Hill snaps on Alex Pereira for ’emote celebration’ at UFC 300
Jamahal Hill finally erupted on Alex Pereira for UFC 300 knockout antics. The former light heavyweight champion made a direct post on Instagram, calling out Pereira for his viral celebration.
Jamahal Hill Posts $20k Challenge to Fans Over Alex Pereira's UFC 300 Meme
Jamahal Hill wasn't a fan of Alex Pereira's post-fight celebration at UFC 300. Hill had attempted to take back his UFC Light Heavyweight title in April, one that he never lost as he relinquished it after defeating (and retiring) Glover Teixeira due to a ruptured Achilles injury suffered last summer.
MMA News / FirstSportz / June 3
Alex Pereira warns Dagestani Magomed Ankalaev of sleeping on Brazilian’s 'ground game'
Alex Pereira is currently one of the top fighters on the UFC roster. His rise to fame has been commendable and the fighter has already established himself as one of the best strikers.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 23
By The Numbers: Alex Pereira
If fear had a face, it might look a lot like Alex Pereira. Armed with ferocious power, surgical precision and magnetic charisma, the reigning Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight titleholder has established himself as a must-see attraction a little more than two years into his tenure with the company.
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 20
'It’ll be history-making!' Ex-UFC middleweight title challenger on Alex Pereira’s potential heavyweight title triumph
Alex Pereira has already made a Hall of Fame resume with a handful of fights in the UFC. The former Glory Kickboxing double-champion has heavyweight ambitions in the UFC after he conquered middleweight and light heavyweight.
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 13
Jon Jones vs Alex Pereira could be ‘over in two and half minutes’, says former MMA champ
Alex Pereira is not yet ready to fight Jon Jones, according to MMA veteran Ben Askren. Pereira vs. Jones is one of the most intriguing fights on the table.
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 10
'I’m past betting against Alex,' Post-UFC 300, Daniel Cormier thinks Alex Pereira MATCHES the upper echelon at heavyweight
Alex Pereira has recently commanded quite the aura as the ultimate fighter. The UFC & GLORY champ is the ninth fighter to hold a title in two divisions.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 9
Sidelined Former Champ Jan Blachowicz Calls for Alex Pereira Rematch
Jan Blachowicz has made his case for a rematch against Alex Pereira upon his return to action. Pereira (10-2) earned a narrow split decision over Blachowicz (29-10) to make good on his debut in the light heavyweight division at UFC 291 in July 2023.
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 8
'Knocked out everybody but not me,' Former champ Jan Blachowicz makes the case to rematch Alex Pereira in a title bout
Jan Blachowicz has unfinished business with the light heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira. The Polish powerhouse wasn’t satisfied with the result of their first clash and has plans to settle the score next time.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 6
What Would Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira Look Like?
There have been rumors swirling that Jon Jones could be involved in a mammoth fight with Alex Pereira. It would fulfill the prophecy Pereira laid out, with the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion hinting at a move to heavyweight.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 2
Alex Pereira’s Manager: ‘Ankalaev Would Get Knocked Out’ Facing Pereira
Many believe that if Alex Pereira moved up in weight again, he would be successful, but no one is more confident in his skills than his manager. Ahead of UFC 301, manager Jorge “Joinha” Guimaraes spoke to Sherdog about the future of his fighter, Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight champion Pereira.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / April 18
Alex Pereira Reveals Additional Broken Toe, Expects No UFC 301 Appearance
Alex Pereira appears to have ruled himself out of competing again in a few weeks. The Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight king prevailed at UFC 300, punching out Jamahal Hill to defend his throne.
MMA News / Yardbarker / April 15
Dana White not enthusiastic about Alex Pereira’s desired move to heavyweight
UFC president Dana White has to admire the ambitiousness of his light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira (10-2).
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / April 15
After knocking out Jamahal Hill at UFC 300 to retain his title, what’s next for Alex Pereira
In the main event of UFC 300, the light heavyweight title was on the line. Light heavyweight champion and promotional superstar Alex Pereira (10-2) was looking to successfully defend his title for the first time as he took on former light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill (12-2, 1 NC).
MMA News / Sherdog.com / April 14
Alex Pereira Discusses Fighting Through Broken Toe, Groin Shot at UFC 300
There wasn’t anything that could stop Alex Pereira from leaving UFC 300 with the light heavyweight title still in his possession. The former Glory Kickboxing
MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 14
Can Anybody Stop Alex Pereira?
Alex Pereira made short work of Jamahal Hill in the UFC 300 main event. When the Chicago native tried for a strike against the champ in the first round, “Poatan” unloaded a barrage on Hill.
MMA News / Field Level Media / April 14
Alex Pereira blitzes Jamahal Hill at UFC 300
Alex Pereira needed just 3:14 to knock out Jamahal Hill and retain his light heavyweight title on Saturday night at UFC 300 in Las Vegas. Pereira (10-2-0) put together a stunning sequence that began with him getting kicked below the belt and not even flinching.
MMA News / Ringside Intel / April 14
UFC 300: Alex Pereira Wants Quick Return, Possible Heavyweight Move
First, it was middleweight. Currently, it is light heavyweight. Now, Alex Pereira is setting his sights on heavyweight. Pereira scored a convincing title defense in the main event of UFC 300 Saturday night.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 12
Looking at Alex Pereira’s Last Fight
Alex Pereira took care of business in his UFC Light Heavyweight Championship match against Jiri Prochazka at UFC 295. “Poatan” delivered a TKO in the second round, cementing himself as the new driving force.
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