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Why Alex Pereira Can’t Afford to Avoid Khamzat Chimaev Any Longer – Explained By UFC Veteran

UFC veteran Chael Sonnen has given his thoughts on Alex Pereira possibly fighting Khamzat Chimaev at some point in the future.

Right now, Alex Pereira and Khamzat Chimaev are both champions in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Pereira is a two-time champ at light heavyweight, whereas Chimaev is finally running the show at middleweight. As many of us know, ‘Borz’ has made no secret of the fact that he wants to chase a second world title – and Pereira – sooner rather than later.

Of course, given that Chimaev has only just won the title, there’s a good chance that he will have to fend off a few challengers before he is truly able to ascend to the point where challenging for a second world championship makes sense.