Alex Pereira has declared he is ready to make history by capturing a third UFC divisional title. The Brazilian star made the statement during fight week media day ahead of UFC Freedom 250.
Alex Pereira used UFC Freedom 250 media day to make a bold declaration, stating publicly that he is ready to pursue a third UFC divisional championship and cement his place in the sport's history books.
Pereira, known as "Poatan," currently holds the UFC light heavyweight title and carries a professional record of 13-4-0. The 38-year-old Brazilian, who trains out of Teixeira MMA and Fitness, stands six-foot-four with a 79-inch reach and has built a reputation as one of the most dangerous strikers in mixed martial arts. His numbers back that up — he lands an exceptional 5.16 significant strikes per minute at a 62 percent accuracy rate, figures that rank among the most efficient in the sport. The orthodox southpaw has already claimed titles in two UFC divisions, and at Freedom 250 he made clear that stopping there is not part of his plan.
Why it matters
- A third divisional title would place Pereira in extremely rare company in UFC history, adding to an already remarkable multi-weight championship run.
- At 38 years old, the window for such a campaign is narrow, giving this pursuit an added sense of urgency.
- Pereira's elite striking volume and accuracy make him a credible threat at virtually any weight class he targets, elevating the significance of his stated ambition.
