Alex Pereira is set for war at UFC 295. The Brazilian will be looking to stop Jiri Prochazka from regaining his lost light heavyweight title at the event. Both individuals have already stated that they are prepared for each other’s styles. However, Pereira does have the advantage of having Glover Teixeira in his corner for this bout!
Teixeira, who narrowly lost to Prochazka at UFC 275 adds a key element to preparing for the Czech fighter’s unorthodox style. And Pereira has arrived to the event radiating supreme confidence. UFC CEO Dana White recently shared a video of ‘Poatan’ arriving at MSG (Madison Square Garden). And Pereira’s entry has caused fans to go wild at the ‘bling’ on display!
Fans react to Alex Pereira and his ‘fancy’ entrance at MSG
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Alex Pereira has gained a massive fan following in the UFC. Despite not speaking English and his stoic demeanor inside the cage, Pereira’s antics on social media have led to fans embracing the Brazilian fighter wholeheartedly. And a recent video shared by Dana White on his Twitter/X account highlights the support he has garnered.
White shared a video with the caption, “Pereira has arrived to MSG #UFC295” and fans are left stunned!
Pereira has arrived to MSG! #UFC295 pic.twitter.com/2xlYq2LKHl
— danawhite (@danawhite) November 12, 2023
Here’s how the fans reacted:
Many showed excitement at his arrival and praised Dana White for setting up the event.
Lets gooo.
— Time Traveller 🐱🐱 (@PehalRavindra) November 12, 2023
Great work Dana. Really great work putting this together. https://t.co/mcZXR24A8D
— Steven Musielski (@StevenMusielski) November 12, 2023
Some were hyped by the ‘champ’s entry
The champ has arrived
— 🇮🇪 𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕮𝖆𝖕𝖙𝖆𝖎𝖓 🇮🇪 (@TheCaptainOfMMA) November 12, 2023
Others pointed out the ‘cool’ factor on display!
Mans bought some bling & and a lambo. Yet ufc don’t pay good they say 😂
— ᴀɴᴅʀᴇꜱ ᴅᴇ ᴀɴᴅᴀ (@dredrippa) November 12, 2023
cold
— DGBKing (@CoolSA) November 12, 2023
While many showed their support for him despite their predictions for the fight
I like him, but he's about to take the L.
— American Dad (@_NotAmericanDad) November 12, 2023
Some fans took jabs at Pereira’s choice of outfit for the entry
How can you be on the verge of being double champ and still look like you bought your suit jacket in bargain basement? Dana, pay what's due!!!
— Ed Corrigan (@farcry101) November 12, 2023
Fans express excitement and admiration for Pereira, noting Dana White’s efforts and anticipating his performance at MSG for UFC 295. Despite diverse opinions about the outcome of his fight, Pereira’s charisma and fan engagement continue to be significant aspects of his UFC journey. And Pereira’s attempt at becoming a double champion has found support from an unlikely figure in the UFC!
Israel Adesanya reveals why ‘Poatan’ can accomplish the monumental task in front of him
Israel Adesanya, the former UFC middleweight champion, shared his prediction for the UFC 295 main event between Alex Pereira and Jiří Procházka. Adesanya, who has a history with Pereira, losing to him in kickboxing but later securing a knockout victory in the UFC, expressed his belief in Pereira’s unique abilities and knockout power. Pereira, known as “Poatan,” is set to face Procházka for the vacant light heavyweight title.
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Adesanya highlighted Pereira’s exceptional skills and emphasized his capability to put anyone to sleep with his striking. He stated, “Now I say that because I’ve been in there with him many times. A special human being, and he’s got a special ability when it comes to putting people to sleep. He can do it to anyone.”
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Many fans still remember Pereira’s powerful knockout of Sean Strickland at UFC 276. Besides, Strickland delivered an impressive performance against Israel Adesanya to claim the UFC middleweight championship at UFC 293.
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Do you think Alex Pereira will be able to put an end to Jiri Prochazka’s ‘Samurai Spirit’ at UFC 295? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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