Jiří Procházka`s reaction to Alex Pereira`s third championship victory was profoundly genuine and touching.
The main event of UFC 320 offered spectators an unforgettable spectacle as Pereira avenged his loss to light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev, ending Ankalaev`s 14-fight unbeaten streak in the very first round.
Among the many celebrities who came to witness Alex Pereira`s triumph was Jiří Procházka – his long-standing rival and potentially the next title challenger.
The former champion was cageside for this bout, having himself secured a knockout victory over Khalil Rountree Jr. earlier that evening.
After the fight, Procházka could not hide his elation for Pereira.
Jiří Procházka`s Emotional Reaction to Pereira`s Victory
Procházka`s emotions were particularly evident after Pereira finished the fight against Ankalaev with a ground-and-pound TKO, claiming the belt.
Procházka teared up and nodded approvingly as the crowd cheered for Pereira.
Despite having two losses against Pereira, Procházka still has a chance to contend for the championship title against him again.
Procházka himself recently achieved back-to-back TKO victories over Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr.
Dana White Comments on Alex Pereira`s Win and Future
UFC CEO Dana White commented on Pereira`s victory and future plans at the post-fight press conference.
White remarked, “People adore him,” and added, “They love the way he fights.”
“You cannot be disappointed with his performance tonight,” White concluded.
The UFC boss also mentioned that Pereira is interested in moving up to the heavyweight division.
“There are still fights in this division, but we`ll see,” White stated regarding Pereira`s potential move to another weight class.
