Israel Adesanya has voiced his strong support for Alex Pereira’s ambitious goal of becoming a three-division champion in the UFC. Adesanya expressed his desire to witness Pereira achieve this historic feat, likening it to monumental accomplishments in other fields.
Pereira is set to make his heavyweight debut on June 14 at UFC Freedom 250. If he defeats Ciryl Gane and secures the interim heavyweight championship, he will make history as the first fighter to hold UFC titles in three different weight classes.
Despite their past rivalry in both UFC and kickboxing, Adesanya and Pereira have cultivated a relationship built on mutual respect. They frequently show support for each other and maintain a friendly dynamic.
Adesanya recently praised “Poatan,” stating his belief that Pereira’s potential three-division championship would be a significant positive for the sport. He articulated, “I want to see Alex do it. I honestly think itโs going to be good for the sport. Itโs going to be great for him to achieve something thatโs never even been attempted. Itโs like seeing the first person climb Everest or a four-minute mile. F***, I just wanna see him do it.” He further elaborated on the unique experience of supporting a former competitor, emphasizing that the achievement is “bigger than me” and that playing a role in someone reaching such a historical milestone is “f***ing cool.” He officially declared his pick, saying, “Iโm going chama by chama.”
Alex Pereira’s Reaction to Adesanya’s Recent Struggles
In other news, Alex Pereira also shared his perspective on Israel Adesanya’s current four-fight losing streak, which includes two recent finishes. Despite this, Adesanya has indicated no intention of retiring and remains committed to continuing his fighting career.
When asked about Adesanya’s recent performance, Pereira expressed understanding, stating, “The guy had a brilliant career. That can happen to anybody. I just signed [for] eight fights; that can happen to me tomorrow. I can start losing. Those things can happen. The guy had great moments, a great career, and great success, and he has my respect.”
