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Anthony Smith predicts a challenging road ahead for Alex Pereira against elite UFC light heavyweight contenders

The question on everyone’s mind is whether Alex Pereira can replicate his previous achievements once more. After losing the UFC middleweight championship to Israel Adesanya in April, “Poatan” intends to go after a second UFC title at 205 pounds. This pursuit commences on July 29th, when Pereira confronts former champion Jan Blachowicz at UFC 291. Pereira already held two championship titles in separate weight divisions … Continue reading Anthony Smith predicts a challenging road ahead for Alex Pereira against elite UFC light heavyweight contenders

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UFC fighter Israel Adesanya intends to materialize his victory over Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 290 to prove his identity

Israel Adesanya, the two-time UFC middleweight champion, is looking for a new challenge. Having defeated numerous top contenders, including rival Alex Pereira who has now moved up to 205 pounds, Adesanya is eyeing a potential matchup with Dricus Du Plessis, who has a 5-0 record in the UFC, with four of those wins by knockout or submission. The potential fight would be even more compelling … Continue reading UFC fighter Israel Adesanya intends to materialize his victory over Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 290 to prove his identity

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Brazilian fighters analyze the challenging match-up between Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush at UFC 289

This Saturday, UFC 289’s co-main event in Vancouver, British Columbia will feature a highly anticipated matchup between Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush. Both fighters have their sights set on a potential lightweight title shot, but Brazilian MMA stars are predicting a challenging match for “do Bronx” and rooting for the former champion. Oliveira returns to the Octagon after an eight-month hiatus following his loss to … Continue reading Brazilian fighters analyze the challenging match-up between Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush at UFC 289

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Israel Adesanya is open to facing Khamzat Chimaev but prioritizes other opponents

Israel Adesanya, the two-time UFC middleweight champion, is waiting for his next big challenge. Adesanya put his combat sports rival Alex Pereira behind him, at least for now, after knocking him out in round two of their fourth encounter and MMA rematch at UFC 287 this past April. He reclaimed the 185-pound throne and is heading to light heavyweight, while the next middleweight title challenger … Continue reading Israel Adesanya is open to facing Khamzat Chimaev but prioritizes other opponents

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Alex Pereira intends to have English lessons and train with Sean Strickland

Alex Pereira, the skilled and experienced middleweight fighter, is not one to hold grudges with his former opponents, even those who have used obscenities against him. In fact, he plans to host Sean Strickland, his former octagon foe, in Connecticut for a week to train with him in advance of his upcoming fight against Abusupiyan Magomedov. Strickland has been identified as a future contender for … Continue reading Alex Pereira intends to have English lessons and train with Sean Strickland

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Alex Pereira dishes about his meeting with Israel Adesanya at the airport before he defeats Jan Blachowicz for a confirmed title shot

Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya have shared a long-standing rivalry across various combat sports. Although their relationship outside the Octagon has been friendly lately, Pereira insists that it does not mean the two fighters cannot switch back to “war mode” as their competitive history demands. Pereira stopped reflect on their brief interaction at the airport, which saw them share some laughs, but he remains committed … Continue reading Alex Pereira dishes about his meeting with Israel Adesanya at the airport before he defeats Jan Blachowicz for a confirmed title shot

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Sean Strickland is confident that a UFC Vegas 76 victory would earn him a shot at Israel Adesanya’s title

Sean Strickland is aiming for a shot at the UFC middleweight champion, Israel Adesanya. Strickland missed his opportunity for a title shot against Adesanya after losing to Alex Pereira at UFC 276 in Las Vegas almost a year ago. Despite this setback, Strickland has been working hard and staying active with two more fights under his belt since then, with another scheduled against Abusupiyan Magomedov … Continue reading Sean Strickland is confident that a UFC Vegas 76 victory would earn him a shot at Israel Adesanya’s title

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The highly anticipated fight between Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. has been confirmed for July 29

The highly anticipated fight between welterweight champions Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. has finally been confirmed to take place on July 29 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Crawford and Spence, both ranked as top pound-for-pound fighters, will receive “eight figures guaranteed” for their participation in the event. Meanwhile, Spence acknowledged the impending challenge, describing it as a “throwback fight on paper” with … Continue reading The highly anticipated fight between Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. has been confirmed for July 29

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Dan Hooker thinks Dricus du Plessis made a mistake by accepting a fight with Robert Whittaker

South African fighter Dricus du Plessis is just one win away from a UFC title shot. With Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira’s middleweight rivalry now subsiding, a fresh face in the form of du Plessis could step up as a contender. However, he must first beat Robert Whittaker on July 8 in UFC 290, a tough task as the latter’s only loss in the past … Continue reading Dan Hooker thinks Dricus du Plessis made a mistake by accepting a fight with Robert Whittaker

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Israel Adesanya claims he did a good deed for Pereira’s son after his post-fight antics at UFC 287

If Israel Adesanya were to show up to his next fight with a tattoo that reads “No Ragrets”, it wouldn’t come as a surprise to many. The drama between the two-time middleweight champion and Alex Pereira’s son is becoming legendary in the world of mixed martial arts. Adesanya’s mocking of Pereira’s son during his knockout win against him drew both negative and positive reactions from … Continue reading Israel Adesanya claims he did a good deed for Pereira’s son after his post-fight antics at UFC 287

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MMA debut secured by Artem Vakhitov, the sole fighter to defeat Alex Pereira in kickboxing

According to MMA Fighting, Artem Vakhitov will make his official transition to MMA in June. The two-time GLORY light heavyweight champion and the last person to defeat former UFC champion Alex Pereira in kickboxing will step into the cage to battle Ashraf Bashandy in a 205-pound contest. This event will be the headline match for Open FC 31, taking place in Shergesh, Russia on June … Continue reading MMA debut secured by Artem Vakhitov, the sole fighter to defeat Alex Pereira in kickboxing

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Israel Adesanya discloses pre-UFC 287 injury, criticizes Dricus du Plessis, vows to inflict pain in upcoming fight

Israel Adesanya achieved a monumental victory at UFC 287 by winning the UFC middleweight championship, knocking out Alex Pereira in the second round of the main event. This win was especially significant for Adesanya because he finally conquered his long-time adversary and earned his first victory over Pereira in four attempts. What makes this feat even more impressive is the fact that less than two … Continue reading Israel Adesanya discloses pre-UFC 287 injury, criticizes Dricus du Plessis, vows to inflict pain in upcoming fight

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