Josh Howkit is actively campaigning for a BMF Championship bout against Alex Pereira. Howkit is targeting the UFC's annual Madison Square Garden event in November as the preferred venue for the matchup.
Reports emerged on June 22 that Josh Howkit is pushing to secure a BMF Championship fight against reigning light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, with Madison Square Garden in November as his preferred venue for the contest. The bout has not been officially confirmed by the UFC.
Pereira, known as "Poatan," holds a 13-4-0 professional record and currently sits atop the light heavyweight division as champion. The 38-year-old Brazilian, who trains out of Teixeira MMA and Fitness, is a physically imposing fighter at six-foot-four with a 79-inch reach. He lands strikes at a rate of 5.16 significant strikes per minute and posts a remarkable striking accuracy of 62 percent, numbers that reflect his reputation as one of the most dangerous strikers in the sport.
Verified data for Howkit was not available in the AgentMMA database at the time of publication, limiting what can be confirmed about his record, ranking, or physical profile.
Why it matters
- The BMF title adds an extra layer of prestige beyond a standard divisional contest, typically reserved for high-profile matchups between fan-favorite fighters.
- MSG in November is one of the UFC's marquee annual dates, and a BMF bout of this nature would be a natural fit for a main or co-main event slot.
- Pereira's elite striking output and size would present a significant stylistic challenge for any opponent stepping into this kind of matchup.
- Because this remains an unconfirmed report, any progression toward a formal booking would still need to clear negotiations on both sides.
