"I know my body" - Jiri Prochazka shares interesting future plans if third Alex Pereira fight doesn't happen

Jiri Prochozka (left) talks about potential clash against Alex Pereira (right). [Images courtesy: Getty]
Jiri Prochazka (left) talks about potential clash against Alex Pereira (right). [Images courtesy: Getty]

Jiri Prochazka is focused on reclaiming the UFC light heavyweight championship. With Alex Pereira hinting at a move to heavyweight and a superfight against Jon Jones, the former champion knows the light heavyweight picture could soon open up.

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However, if a third fight with Pereira doesn’t materialize, Prochazka is ready to explore a new challenge at middleweight. Prochazka revealed that cutting down to 185 pounds would not be an issue and that he understands his body well enough to make the transition.

In a recent interview with Patrick McCorry, Prochazka said:

“Yeah, let’s see. For me, cutting to 84 kilograms is not a problem. I think middleweight would really be something. I believe I can make it with my body because I know my body. But it depends. I really want to first read the title, not to be cheeky.”
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Check out Jiri Prochazka's comments below:

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If Pereira vacates the light heavyweight belt to chase Jones, the division will look for its next king. Carlos Ulberg’s win streak makes him a frontrunner, while Prochazka’s name still carries championship weight despite his two losses to Pereira. The Czech fighter is coming off a TKO win against Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 320.


Carlos Ulberg doubts Alex Pereira vs. Jiri Prochazka trilogy will materialize

Carlos Ulberg believes a third fight between Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka makes little sense right now. Pereira reclaimed the UFC light heavyweight title with a first-round knockout of Magomed Ankalaev and immediately called for a move to heavyweight to face Jon Jones.

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While Dana White prefers him to stay at 205 pounds, Pereira’s goals appear to be set elsewhere. Ulberg, riding a nine-fight win streak, said he deserves the next title shot since Prochazka has already lost twice to Pereira. Both men recently earned knockout wins, but with Pereira nursing a foot injury, the division’s next move remains uncertain.

Speaking in a recent interview with MMA Junkie, Ulberg said:

“[It’s a tough matchup to make] 100 percent. That’s the thing. He’s coming off two losses with Pereira, so I don’t see a third happening. He’s campaigning as much as you can because it’s the big fights that you want, but it’s my time now. He’s had his moments, which is great, and you have to give credit where it’s due. But right now it’s my time.”

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