Alex Pereira, the current UFC light heavyweight champion, has caught the attention of UFC CEO Dana White with his versatility in weight classes. Not only is Pereira comfortable staying in his current weight class, but he has also expressed interest in moving up or down as needed. White commended Pereira’s willingness to challenge himself and
Dricus Du Plessis
Alex Pereira, the current UFC light heavyweight champion, has caught the attention of UFC CEO Dana White with his versatility in weight classes. Not only is Pereira comfortable staying in his current weight class, but he has also expressed interest in moving up or down as needed. White commended Pereira’s willingness to challenge himself and
Alex Pereira has once again made it clear that he wants to face UFC champion Dricus Du Plessis. After Du Plessis successfully defended his middleweight title against Israel Adesanya at UFC 305, Pereira issued a challenge to him. Du Plessis, on the other hand, is open to facing Pereira only if it is for his
In one of the featured bouts of August 2024, Shara Magomedov faced Michal Oleksiejczuk in a middleweight showdown. Magomedov, who remained undefeated with a record of 14-0 in the UFC, displayed his skills against a tough opponent in Oleksiejczuk. Despite Oleksiejczuk’s best efforts, Magomedov was able to secure a unanimous decision victory after a back-and-forth
As we look back on the exciting month of August 2024 in the world of MMA, there were several impressive submissions that caught the attention of fans and experts alike. From comeback victories to technical headlock finishes, the submissions showcased a range of skills and strategies employed by the fighters. Let’s take a closer look
Caio Borralho’s recent comments regarding Israel Adesanya’s performance at UFC 305 have sparked controversy within the MMA community. While it is common for fighters to analyze their opponents’ weaknesses and strategies, Borralho’s harsh criticism of Adesanya’s alleged lack of focus and will to fight raises questions about the validity of his claims. Borralho’s assertion that
Caio Borralho, a rising star in the UFC middleweight division, has recently expressed his disbelief in the success of current champion Dricus Du Plessis. Despite Du Plessis’ impressive record of 22-2 in MMA and an undefeated streak of 8-0 in the UFC, Borralho seems puzzled by his consistent victories. Borralho previously stated that Du Plessis
Jiri Prochazka, the light heavyweight fighter, has expressed his interest in potentially moving down to the middleweight division. Having faced two knockout defeats against the current light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, Prochazka is now considering a different weight class where he believes he could find success. Despite his setbacks, Prochazka has managed to finish all
Robert Whittaker, former UFC middleweight champion, is cautioning Alex Pereira against moving down to middleweight to challenge current middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis. Pereira, the light heavyweight champion, has shown interest in dropping back down to 185 pounds, despite his recent knockout loss to Israel Adesanya in the same weight class. Whittaker believes that this
One of the most talked-about suspensions coming out of UFC 305 is Li Jingliang’s 60-day suspension following a brutal knockout at the hands of Carlos Prates. This suspension raises questions about fighter safety and the long-term effects of such devastating knockouts on athletes’ health. Another significant suspension is Casey O’Neill’s 6-month suspension unless she receives
Eric Nicksick, the head coach of Xtreme Couture, expressed his concerns regarding Dricus Du Plessis’ striking style when matched against Alex Pereira. Nicksick believes that Du Plessis’ erratic behavior in throwing punches could pose a significant challenge for him when facing Pereira. He draws a comparison between Du Plessis and Jiri Prochazka in terms of
Caio Borralho shared his thoughts on Dricus Du Plessis’ performance in his first UFC title defense, acknowledging his success while questioning his skill level. Borralho expressed astonishment at Du Plessis’ ability to make his unorthodox style work despite what Borralho perceives as flaws in technique and strategy. He admitted to consistently betting against Du Plessis