Alex Pereira Lost And Regained The Title In 2025, But As His Future Is Unclear, Two Worthy Contenders Await His Next Move
Alex Pereira reigned supreme in 2024, but in 2025, “Poatan” was forced to quiet critics after losing his belt to Magomed Ankalaev. After emphatically reclaiming the title, it’s unclear what is next for the division.
Pereira has flirted with the idea of fighting at heavyweight, particularly at UFC’s White House event and specifically against former 2-division champion Jon Jones, but a handful of 205ers would like their chance to go toe-to-toe with the Brazilian knockout artist.