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The 39-year-old Brazilian, a double kickboxing and MMA champion, prioritizes the UFC despite the allure of boxing
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At 39, Alex Pereira, a double kickboxing and MMA champion, categorically rules out a boxing career due to his age and contractual obligations with the UFC. The Brazilian, nicknamed Poatan, is now focusing on a historic goal: becoming the first triple champion in the organization across different weight classes.
To remember:
- Alex Pereira, 39, a double kickboxing and MMA champion, dismisses the idea of a boxing career.
- The Brazilian, with seven fights left on his UFC contract, calls a move to boxing "almost impossible."
- His next MMA challenge is scheduled for December 12 in Las Vegas, where he aims for a third title in a different weight class.
- Pereira aims to become the first UFC triple champion across distinct divisions.
- He is considering a return to light heavyweight to face the division’s elite.
- His December 12 fight, a co-main event at the T-Mobile Arena, could be a stepping stone toward that third title.
Incredible but true: at 39 years old, Alex Pereira, a double kickboxing and MMA champion, could still make UFC history. The Brazilian, nicknamed Poatan, recently dashed the hopes of boxing fans by stating that his age and contractual obligations make such a project "almost impossible." A decision that confirms his absolute priority: dominating the UFC like never before.
A Packed Schedule, but a Dream Within Reach
With seven fights remaining on his UFC contract, Pereira has no time to waste. His next MMA challenge is already set: December 12 in Las Vegas, where he will face a tough opponent in a co-main event at the T-Mobile Arena. This fight could very well be the springboard toward an even more ambitious goal: becoming the first UFC triple champion in different weight classes.
Light Heavyweight: Poatan’s New Frontier
After shining in middleweight, Pereira is now considering a return to light heavyweight. A strategic move to take on the elite of that division and once again prove his versatility. "I want to show that I can dominate everywhere," he recently declared. A tall order, but the Brazilian has already proven he can crush everything in his path.
Why Boxing Isn’t an Option
Despite his impressive resume, Pereira acknowledges that his age (39) and UFC commitments limit his options. "A boxing career? It’s almost impossible with my current contract," he explained. A statement that speaks volumes about his determination to stay in the Octagon and continue his quest for greatness.
Between the UFC and boxing, Alex Pereira has made his choice: ambition and legacy. At 39, he’s chasing a third title in a new weight class, proving once again that age is just a number. His December 12 fight in Las Vegas could well be the first step toward this new epic.