Forward of his return at UFC 313, Alex Pereira has insisted he has “no problem” in any respect with former foe, Jamahal Hill — in his response to the ex-champion’s third spherical knockout loss to common-foe and fellow former titleholder, Jiri Prochazka over the course of final weekend at UFC 311.
Pereira, the present undisputed gentle heavyweight champion and a former middleweight titleholder, is ready to make his return to motion on March 8. — taking over surging rival and present primary ranked challenger, Magomed Ankalaev in the principle occasion of UFC 313.
And dealing with off with Illinois native, Hill in the principle occasion of UFC 300 final April, Pereira efficiently defended his gentle heavyweight crown for the primary time that yr alone with a dominant opening spherical knockout victory.
Sat Octagon-side over the course of final weekend on the Intuit Dome, Pereira watched on as Prochazka turned in an eventual stoppage win over Hill — who has been vocal in his pursuit of a title re-run with the Sao Paulo kingpin.
Alex Pereira addresses rivalry with Jamahal Hill post-UFC 311
Nevertheless, following Hill’s loss, Brazilian fan-favorite, Pereira has claimed he has “no problem” with the previous’s typically mocking of him within the months following their first pairing.
“I have absolutely no problem with him (Jamahal Hill),” Alex Pereira informed MMA Junkie by an interpreter. “We’re both the same. Sometimes I’ll go and make some fun before the fight. Or he will (say something about me). But tomorrow we’re going to hold hands and respect each other. I think all the turmoil that was created is part of the sport.”
