UFC 303: Alex Pereira gains 30+ pounds ahead of clash vs Jiri Prochazka

Brazilian champion Alex Pereira, known for massive weight gains, faces Jiri Prochazka for Light Heavyweight title at UFC 303. Will history be made?

Jiri Prochazka, known for his toughness, is gearing up to face Alex Pereira for the Light Heavyweight championship at UFC 303 today. In the Light Heavyweight division, fighters must weigh below 205 pounds, and Pereira, despite typically being considered a heavyweight, has consistently met this requirement. After weighing in at 204.5 pounds, Pereira managed to pack on an impressive 25 pounds, bringing him up to 230 pounds just before the fight. The ability to gain such a significant amount of weight in a short period of time is truly remarkable in the world of fighting.

Pereira's rise to fame has been swift, with many already comparing him to the likes of Conor McGregor. His status as a two-division champion puts him in a prime position to make history within the UFC. If he secures a victory against Prochazka, there is a possibility that Dana White may consider a move that has never been seen in the UFC before. Despite taking this fight on short notice due to McGregor's injury, Pereira remains a formidable opponent.

The prospect of Pereira potentially moving up to the heavyweight division without needing to drop weight is an intriguing one. A successful transition and victory in that division could solidify his place as one of the greatest UFC fighters of all time. However, there are still hurdles to overcome, such as Jon Jones' return to the octagon and potential matchups with fighters like Stipe Miocic and Tom Aspinall. Pereira would likely need to have a few fights in the heavyweight division before earning a shot at the title. The road to greatness is paved with challenges, but Pereira's skill and determination may just see him achieve unprecedented success in the UFC.