Alex Pereira: MMA Record, Losses, Next Fight & Career
Most fighters chase one belt their entire career. Alex Pereira has held four across two sports — and his path from kickboxing king to UFC champion is one of the most unusual in combat sports history.
MMA Record: 13-4-0 ·
Height: 6’4″ (193 cm) ·
Weight: 251 lbs (114 kg) ·
Age: 38 (born July 7, 1987) ·
Titles: Two-division champion in MMA and kickboxing
Quick snapshot
- Official MMA record: 13-4-0 (CBS Sports)
- Only fighter to be two-division champion in both kickboxing and MMA (ESPN)
- Exact details of his early MMA losses before the UFC may not be fully verified (UFC.com notes he lost his pro debut and was 12-2 at that time)
- Future opponents beyond current scheduled bouts are subject to change (MMA Junkie)
- Moved from middleweight to light heavyweight champion within 8 months in 2023 (BBC Sport)
- Interim heavyweight title fight vs Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14, 2026 (MMA Junkie)
Eight key stats define Alex Pereira as a combat sports athlete — a rare blend of size, reach, and finishing power.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Alex Pereira |
| Nickname | Poatan |
| Born | July 7, 1987 (age 38) |
| Height | 6 ft 4 in (193 cm) |
| Weight | 251 lb (114 kg) |
| Fighting out of | Bethel, Connecticut, USA |
| Team | Teixeira MMA & Fitness |
| Reach | 80 in (203 cm) |
Who did Alex Pereira lose to?
Pereira’s four MMA losses are spread across his career from early regional fights to UFC title fights. The list includes both decisions and knockouts.
List of Alexander Pereira’s MMA losses
- Quemuel Ottoni — decision loss early in Pereira’s career (VerdictMMA)
- Israel Adesanya — KO/TKO loss at UFC 287 (April 2023) to lose the middleweight title (Combat Registry)
- Magomed Ankalaev — five-round unanimous decision loss at UFC 313 on March 8, 2025, losing the light heavyweight title (UFC.com)
- Ciryl Gane — second-round TKO loss at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14-15, 2026, in an interim heavyweight title bout (ESPN India)
Details of each loss (opponent, event, method)
Of the four losses, three came against elite competition — Adesanya, Ankalaev, and Gane — and only one (Ottoni) came before he reached the UFC. The most recent loss to Gane was a standing TKO in round 2 at 1:27, recorded by Combat Registry and VerdictMMA.
Pereira’s four losses might look like a flaw on paper, but every one came against a top-tier opponent in a high-stakes fight. For a fighter who transitioned from kickboxing to MMA at age 34, that ratio is unusually strong. Fighters considering a similar late sport-switch should note: the losses happen early, but the recovery arc is what defines a champion.
The implication: loss records alone miss the context of competition level.
Who has never lost a fight in MMA?
Notable undefeated fighters in MMA history
- Khabib Nurmagomedov — 29-0, retired undefeated UFC lightweight champion
- Anderson Silva — currently has losses, but his early record included an undefeated streak of 16 UFC wins
- Jon Jones — sole loss is a controversial disqualification; otherwise undefeated in competition
Why Alex Pereira is not among them
With a 13-4-0 record (VerdictMMA), Pereira has won 12 of his last 14 fights (UFC.com). That disqualifies him from the undefeated club — but context matters. He has never lost two consecutive bouts. The undefeated label belongs to fighters like Khabib, but Pereira’s willingness to face the toughest competition — and the fact he keeps moving forward afterward — tells a different kind of story.
For fans comparing fighters, Pereira’s record looks less dominant on paper. But the quality of his opposition — and the fact he bounced back from the Adesanya loss to win a second division title — shows that loss history alone is a poor measure of a fighter’s ceiling. Undefeated records can mask careful matchmaking. Pereira’s losses are badges of a fighter who has tested himself at the highest level.
The pattern: elite competition yields losses, but also defines legacy.
What is Alex Pereira’s MMA record?
Win-loss-draw breakdown
Pereira’s professional MMA record stands at 13 wins, 4 losses, and 0 draws (ESPN). His kickboxing career adds another 33 wins and 7 losses with 21 knockouts (UFC.com).
Notable wins and finishes
- Israel Adesanya — TKO, UFC 281 (November 2022) to win middleweight title
- Jan Błachowicz — split decision, UFC 291 (July 2023) in light heavyweight debut
- Jiří Procházka — TKO, UFC 295 (November 2023) to win vacant light heavyweight title
- Magomed Ankalaev — KO in 80 seconds, UFC 320, to reclaim light heavyweight title (UFC.com)
- Has five first-round finishes, four second-round finishes, one fourth-round finish, and one fifth-round finish (UFC.com)
The catch: his finishing power is most pronounced in the first two rounds.
Who is Alex Pereira’s next opponent?
Upcoming fight announcement
Pereira is scheduled to face Ciryl Gane in the co-main event of UFC Freedom 250 at the White House on June 14, 2026 (UFC.com). The bout is for the interim heavyweight title — a third UFC weight division for Pereira (MMA Junkie).
Potential matchups in the light heavyweight division
If Pereira wins at heavyweight, a unification bout against the undisputed heavyweight champion would follow. If he loses, a return to light heavyweight remains an option, where he has already defended his title multiple times within 15 months (UFC.com).
Pereira is moving up to heavyweight on the back of a loss to Gane. The risk is real: if he loses again, he drops to 1-2 in his last three fights. But the reward — becoming the first fighter to win UFC titles in three weight divisions (BBC Sport) — is historic enough to justify the gamble.
The implication: the heavyweight move is a high-risk, high-reward legacy play.
What titles has Alex Pereira won?
UFC titles
- UFC Middleweight Champion (defeated Israel Adesanya, November 2022)
- UFC Light Heavyweight Champion (defeated Jiří Procházka, November 2023; regained after Ankalaev loss)
Glory kickboxing titles
- Glory Middleweight Champion
- Glory Light Heavyweight Champion
Other accolades
- Only fighter in history to be a two-division champion in both kickboxing and MMA (ESPN)
- Kickboxing record: 33-7 with 21 KOs (UFC.com)
- Three UFC light heavyweight title defenses within 15 months (UFC.com)
“He went from middleweight champion to light heavyweight champion after beating Jiří Procházka, and later defended his title three times within 15 months.”
— UFC.com on Pereira’s rapid title run
“Pereira was aiming to become the first fighter to win UFC titles in three weight divisions.”
For aspiring fighters and analysts, Pereira’s timeline shows that late-career transitions can work — but only if the athlete has elite power, durability, and a willingness to take risk. For fans comparing him to other greats, the key metric is not how many losses he has, but how often he has bounced back from them to reach a higher weight class.
The consequence: Pereira’s legacy will be defined by his willingness to step up, not his loss count.
Fans looking for a deeper dive into the Brazilian’s career can check out Alex Pereiras complete profile for stats and updates.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Alex Pereira?
Alex Pereira was born on July 7, 1987. He is 38 years old as of 2025.
What is Alex Pereira’s reach?
Pereira has an 80-inch reach (203 cm), among the longest in UFC history for his weight classes.
What weight class does Alex Pereira fight in?
He currently fights at light heavyweight (205 lbs) and is moving up to heavyweight for an interim title fight. He previously fought at middleweight (185 lbs).
Who trained Alex Pereira?
He trains at Teixeira MMA & Fitness under former UFC champion Glover Teixeira.
Has Alex Pereira fought in kickboxing?
Yes. He has a 33-7 kickboxing record with 21 KOs and was a two-division Glory champion before moving to MMA.
What is Alex Pereira’s net worth?
Exact figures are not publicly confirmed, but his UFC pay-per-view earnings and sponsorships place his estimated net worth in the multi-million-dollar range.
Is Alex Pereira married?
Yes, Pereira is married to Dilma Pereira; the couple has children.
Did Alex Pereira lose to Ciryl Gane?
Yes. Pereira lost to Ciryl Gane by second-round TKO at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14-15, 2026 (ESPN).
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