UFC Fighters React to Alex Pereira Beating Magomed Ankalaev: Alex Pereira reclaimed the UFC light-heavyweight title by defeating Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320 in Las Vegas. He won the fight in just one minute and 22 seconds with a right hook followed by elbows, reversing the loss he suffered to Ankalaev seven months earlier at UFC 313. Pereira, 38, landed 25 of 37 significant strikes, while Ankalaev managed only two of seven.
UFC Fighters React to Alex Pereira Beating Magomed Ankalaev
After Alex Pereira’s UFC 320 knockout of Magomed Ankalaev, several fighters reacted publicly. Khamzat Chimaev called out Pereira on X, writing, “Congrats, now we need to finish our business,” signaling interest in a potential super-fight title-for-title fight between them. Former UFC fighter Renato Moicano hailed Pereira as “the best Brazilian fighter to ever exist,” praising his rapid 80-second victory and his dominant follow-up strikes.
Jiri Prochazka also showed a heartfelt reaction watching Alex Pereira reclaim the light-heavyweight title at UFC 320. After Pereira stopped Magomed Ankalaev in the first round, Prochazka, who was cageside, was seen tearing up and nodding in joy.
Pereira became the fastest two-division champion in UFC history, having already held the middleweight title before moving up to light heavyweight. In 2024, his three title defenses earned him UFC Fighter of the Year honors alongside Ilia Topuria. The rematch evened their series at one win each, making a trilogy fight likely in the future.
Alex Pereira Wants Jon Jones at the White House After UFC 320 Win
After his UFC 320 win over Magomed Ankalaev, Alex Pereira has set his sights on a “super-fight” against Jon Jones at the UFC White House show. Pereira, already a two-division champion, expressed his desire to face Jones despite Dana White not yet approving the matchup. He emphasized empathy for Jones, who is mourning his brother, but remained clear about his ambitions.
Pereira is also considering a move to heavyweight, as cutting to 205 lbs has become increasingly difficult at age 38. He currently weighs above 240 lbs and has never missed weight, but the strain of light heavyweight cuts may push him into the heavier division. For now, Pereira is focused on potential marquee fights, either a heavyweight run or a one-off superfight with Jones.
What’s Next For Alex Pereira After UFC 320 Victory?
After his UFC 320 victory, all eyes are set on who is going to be the next challenger for Alex Pereira’s newly won light-heavyweight Championship. Jiri Prochazka, having knocked out Khalil Rountree at the same event, is now the UFC’s top contender and has already called out Pereira for a potential trilogy fight.
Carlos Ulberg, ranked third and riding a nine-fight winning streak, is also a title threat, but Prochazka is expected to be Pereira’s next opponent. The likely scenario is a Pereira vs. Prochazka 3 fight to settle their rivalry.
UFC President Dana White revealed that Pereira is interested in moving up to heavyweight next. White noted that moving up two weight classes in UFC is more challenging than in boxing, but praised Pereira’s willingness to fight top opponents.
FAQs
Q. Who has Alex Pereira lost to?
A. Alex Pereira lost to Magomed Ankalaev by unanimous decision at UFC 313 on March 8, 2025.
Q. Has Alex Pereira ever defeated Ankalaev?
A. Alex Pereira defeated Magomed Ankalaev by TKO in less than 90 seconds at UFC 320 on October 4, 2025, reclaiming the UFC light heavyweight title.
Q. Who was the last man to beat Alex Pereira in kickboxing?
A. Artem Vakhitov was the last person to defeat Alex Pereira in kickboxing.
Q. What is Alex Pereira’s religion?
A. Alex Pereira is a Muslim revert; he converted to Islam in 2015.
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