Pereira’s Viral Post Raises Eyebrows
Alex Pereira, once seen as a loyal UFC star, is now at the center of controversy after a cryptic tweet from his account stirred major speculation. The tweet hinted at dissatisfaction with the UFC, reading: “I’ve never spoken poorly of the UFC but with what I’ve just heard I’m disheartened.” Fans immediately feared it signaled potential retirement or fallout with the organization.
Shortly after, Pereira released a video claiming the tweet wasn’t his doing and that his account had been hacked. Still, many fans—and fellow fighters—aren’t buying it.
Henry Cejudo Offers a Candid Take
Former champion Henry Cejudo addressed the incident on his Pound 4 Pound podcast, suggesting that the tweet may have been sparked by a disagreement over a short-notice fight offer. According to Cejudo, the UFC may have leaned on Pereira to step in for a card in need of star power. That pressure, he believes, could have frustrated the Brazilian.
“It’s part of the game,” Cejudo said, noting that while disagreements are common in long-standing relationships, he still respects UFC President Dana White despite his own past conflicts. “You don’t have to be good guys with someone to respect the business.”
Rematch With Ankalaev in the Spotlight
Many believe the conflict centers around a potential rematch with Magomed Ankalaev. The two last faced off at UFC 313, where Ankalaev stunned fans by defeating Pereira and taking the light heavyweight title. Since then, Pereira has pushed for a rematch, while Ankalaev and his team have been vocal about their readiness.
Ankalaev’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, confidently predicted a rough night for Pereira if the rematch goes ahead. “Everybody is scared of Alex. But Ankalaev can hit hard and has a better chin. It’s going to be a bad night for him.”
What’s Next for Pereira?
As rumors swirl and no official rematch date is set, fans are left to wonder whether Pereira’s tweet was a genuine cry of frustration or a calculated move to influence UFC negotiations. Either way, the incident has added fuel to an already intense storyline.
Whether hacked or not, the message has been received loud and clear—Alex Pereira isn’t just fighting opponents in the cage; he might be battling behind the scenes too.