Jiri Prochazka is watching UFC 313 with the intensity of a hawk locked onto its prey. The former 205lbs champ eagerly awaits the outcome of the blockbuster clash between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev, knowing that the winner could be his next target. The Brazilian is set to make his fourth defense of the light heavyweight title, but the Dagestani’s relentless wrestling presents a formidable challenge. If ‘Poatan’ successfully defends his belt, he will not only solidify his dominance but will also be the first man since Jon Jones to register four title defenses under 12 months.
However, Pereira’s challenges don’t end with Ankalaev—Jiri Prochazka remains a looming threat. The Brazilian won the vacant title by defeating Prochazka at UFC 295, and since then, the Czech warrior has rebounded with a statement win over Jamahal Hill. His ultimate goal? A rematch with the Brazilian. Following his victory over ‘Sweet Dreams,’ Prochazka declared that he could defeat Pereira in a trilogy bout, a claim that didn’t go unnoticed by the champion.
With a potential title shot on the horizon, the former champ is keeping a close eye on the UFC 313 main event. In a video message from his homeland, he issued a chilling warning to both contenders: “Hello everyone, fight day is here. For us here in the Czech Republic, it’s tomorrow morning. So I wish you both a great fight… but don’t forget—I’m coming. Let’s go for that!”
Jiri Prochazka knows exactly what he wants next, and he’s making it crystal clear. In his recent interviews, the ‘Czech Samurai’ has spoken with unwavering conviction—his sights are locked on one man: Alex Pereira. He’s not just chasing a fight; he’s chasing redemption and the light heavyweight title. But will he push the pace as relentlessly as he did last time? That remains to be seen.
Will we see a trilogy bout between Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka?
Fresh off his UFC 311 victory over Jamahal Hill, Jiri Prochazka has one clear goal—defeat Alex Pereira and reclaim the light heavyweight title. A devoted follower of the Bushido principles, the Czech warrior has taken down every UFC opponent except one: Pereira. He has already faced the Brazilian twice—at UFC 295 and again at UFC 303—but came up short both times. Still, even before his fight against Hill, Prochazka had his sights set on a trilogy with the reigning champion. He made his intentions clear, saying, “I’ve been saying to everyone, believe me, or not, but I believe I can beat Alex.”
However, before Prochazka can get his hands on Pereira again, UFC 313 will see the Brazilian defend his title against Magomed Ankalaev. No matter the outcome, Prochazka is ready to step back into the title picture, as he shared in an interview with MMA Junkie:
“For me, both fights (against Pereira) showed me a lot. The thing is, I mean this really seriously… I believe that I’ve made improvements in my style, of my life, in everything that I can face Alex Pereira for a third time. Sorry, I believe in that, I really believe that I can be the champion and I’m going for that, to be a champion again, no more words.”
For Prochazka, the destination remains the same—championship gold—no matter who stands in his way. But who will be his next opponent? If Alex Pereira retains, will we see a trilogy? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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