US EditionFormer two-division champ Alex Pereira accuses UFC of playing games, considers retirement: 'I'm disheartened'
- Alex Pereira, a 37-year-old former two-division UFC champion, expressed frustration with the UFC on Wednesday in Las Vegas after losing his light heavyweight title in March.
- Pereira's dissatisfaction follows his March 2025 loss at UFC 313 to Magomed Ankalaev and unclear communications regarding his next fight or potential superfight with Jon Jones.
- Pereira took to social media expressing frustration with the UFC, stating that he has consistently responded to their outreach but is ready to respond differently if they choose to challenge him, while also suggesting he is considering retirement.
- He expressed his disappointment with recent developments and revealed that he has been considering stepping away from fighting, suggesting that the new information might mark the beginning of that decision.
- Pereira’s announcement raises concerns about his future in MMA and suggests he may leave the sport if disagreements with the UFC persist without resolution.
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UFC Star Alex Pereira Says He Might Be Done Fighting After Disagreement
Alex Pereira, one of the most dominant fighters in the UFC in recent years, may be considering retirement due to disagreements with the organization.Alex Pereira has become a major draw for the UFC over the past few years, marketed as one of the sport's biggest stars. Fans could be in for a big disappointment if "Poatan" (Stone Hands) decides to walk away from the sport.The 37-year-old former two-division champion (middleweight and light heavywe…
Alex Pereira Says Cryptic Tweet Hinting at UFC Issues Was Posted by a Hacker
A shocking message from Alex Pereira’s X account rocked MMA fans on May 7, 2025. The post suggested frustration with the UFC and hinted at quitting the sport. Pereira, a Brazilian knockout artist, holds a 12-3 MMA record with nine finishes. He became the UFC’s ninth two-division champion, seizing the middleweight belt in 2022 and ...
Alex Pereira threatens to RETIRE and lashes out at the UFC, accusing promotion of ‘playing’ with him – before claiming he was hacked
Alex Pereira has been one the biggest stars in the UFC in recent years Brazilian posted message on X speaking about being ‘disheartened’ He later said his account had been hacked and that he did not post message One of the UFC’s biggest stars, Alex Pereira, has lashed out at his employers and even threatened to retire – before claiming the words were not his, saying he was hacked. The Brazilian, who has become a fan favourite and fearsome KO …
Alex Pereira Hints At Shocking UFC Exit Over Growing Disheartenment
Alex Pereira (Photo by Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images) The internet has been buzzing for a while with talk that the UFC is slipping, with fans saying there’s less excitement and not enough star power to keep the hype alive. Only a few big names seem to carry the load these days. Now, Dana White faces more trouble, as one of the UFC’s biggest recent stars, Alex Pereira, has hinted at leaving the company. He shared that he’s unhappy with somethi…
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