After Giving July Ultimatum to Jiri Prochazka, Jamahal Hill Responds to Alex Pereira’s Challenge

Although he’s only just won the UFC light heavyweight title, Jamahal Hill wants all the smoke. The 31-year-old beat Glover Teixeira at UFC 283 in Brazil this past weekend to claim the vacant title. Now, Hill has become the target for the division’s top dogs like Jiri Prochazka, Jan Blachowicz, Magomed Ankalaev, etc. Furthermore, the new champion has also got the attention of another champion. UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira recently expressed his willingness to face Jamahal Hill. Considering that Hill beat Pereira’s teammate and mentor, Teixeira, from bell to bell to secure the title, it also makes for a great revenge story.

After Hill’s win, several fans speculated that ‘Poatan’ would move up in weight to avenge Teixeira. In fact, Teixeira announced in his retirement speech that Pereira’s light heavyweight move was imminent. However, Hill is unfazed and has a stern response for the Brazilian.

Jamahal Hill responds to Alex Pereira

Former 205 lbs champion Jiri Prochazka announced after UFC 283 that he was coming for Hill. As a response, Hill posted a response video on his social media. Under that clip.’Poatan’ commented, “I heard Prochazka is injured. What about knocking me out?”

‘Sweet Dreams”‘ responded to Pereira during a recent appearance on ‘The MMA Hour.’ He said, “We can get that cracking. If he wants to come up and try his luck with that sh*t, come on in. I’m not scared of nobody.”

Hill further added, “I take very seriously the challenge. It gives me extra incentive to f*** you up.”

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While talks of Pereira and Hill throwing down in the cage are going strong, one UFC legend who has competed in both divisions, weighed in on the issue.

Chael Sonnen weighed in on Hill vs. Pereira

UFC legend Chael Sonnen has fought for both the middleweight and light heavyweight titles during his UFC tenure. Now the retired Hall of Famer has chimed in on the possibility of a champion vs. champion fight. The 45-year-old predicted that vindication for Teixeria will happen as Pereira will face Hill.

He said, “Pereira will avenge Glover (Texeira)… I also believe, in the world of predictions, that’s wise. What you’re talking about is Alex Pereira leaving middleweight and going up to 205 lbs. I also see that as a very live dog as Jamahal Hill’s next fight is against Alex Pereira. I can see that.”

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What are your thoughts on Hill’s response to Pereira? Do you think the two will face off in the near future? Is that a fight you would like to see next? Let us know in the comments below.