At UFC 295, Alex Pereira showcased his class by securing the Light Heavyweight belt for the second time. He defeated Jiri Prochazka, earning him the title of UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. On social media, the Brazilian champion criticized Khamzat Chimaev for not facing ideal opponents in his fights, responding to the Chechnya fighter who called him out for a title match.
UFC LHW Champion Alex Pereira Mocks Khamzat Chimaev
Alex Pereira, with a record of 9 wins, 2 losses, and no draws, recently achieved success by securing the light heavyweight title. This triumph propelled Pereira into the prestigious ranks of two-division champions, considering his prior championship in the middleweight division. In the short span of his career, he has reached great heights that only a few can attain, even after spending years in the company.
Upon winning the Light Heavyweight title, Chechen fighter Chimaev called out Pereira and urged Dana White to make him his next opponent. In response, Pereira generated buzz by mocking Chimaev on X (formerly known as Twitter), insinuating that he tends to target opponents perceived as less skilled or formidable.
Pereira ridicules Khamzat by sharing a video from the iconic “Kung Fu Hustle,” where the protagonist calls out some people to fight but rejects them upon seeing their build and physique. It’s a pointed jab, suggesting that Chimaev doesn’t choose the right opponents.
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Talking about choosing the opponent, Pereira has a clear name in mind for the title fight: Israel Adesanya, against whom he lost the middleweight belt. It remains interesting to see whether Chimaev will face Pereira or if Pereira will pursue Adesanya for the Light Heavyweight belt.
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