MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom goes in depth to break down the biggest fights in the UFC. Today, he takes a closer look at the UFC 303 main event between light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka , which came together on just two weeks’ notice. Alex Pereira UFC 303 preview Staple info: Record: 10-2 MMA, 7-1 UFC Height: 6’4″ Age: 36 Weight: 205 lbs. Reach: 79″ Last fight: Knockout win over Jamahal Hill (April 13, 2024) Camp: Teixeira MMA/Glover’s Garage (Danbury, Conn.) Stance/striking style: Orthodox/kickboxing Risk management: Good Supplemental info: + UFC light heavyweight champion + Former UFC middleweight champion + 5x Glory middleweight champion + Glory light heavyweight title + Pro kickboxing record: 33-7 (21 wins by KO) + Amateur kickboxing record: 25-3 + Brazilian jiiu-jitsu brown belt + 8 KO victories + 4 first-round finishes + Knockout power ^ Superb proprioception and accuracy + Devastating left hook and right cross ^ Times splits and counters well + Dangerous knees and leg kicks + Strong inside the clinch ^ Underhooks, overhooks and separations + Shows improved grappling game +/- 0-1 in MMA rematches (3-3 in kickboxing rematches) Jiri Prochazka UFC 303 preview Apr 12, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; UFC fighter Jiri Prochazka during ceremonial weigh ins for UFC 300 at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J
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Alex Pereira vs. Jiri Prochazka 2 prediction, pick: How will rematch unfold at UFC 303? – MMA Junkie