UFC 303 is now behind us however it’s an evening that can undoubtedly dwell in Jiri Prochazka’s reminiscence. Simply at some point following the defeat, Prochazka has shared a shock message to his followers.
Regardless of being a short-notice affair, the European entered the octagon in phenomenal form on Saturday. Many have been anticipating a closely-contested matchup between two of the perfect fighters on the planet. As an alternative, Alex Pereira retained his mild heavyweight title in dominant trend.
The loss was understandably a troublesome one to take for Jiri Prochazka. The previous champion later aired his ideas in a video to followers.
“Hi there, everybody. Thanks for all of your help,” Prochazka mentioned throughout an emotional response video. “Because of you, Alex, for the battle. You was higher.”
Prochazka then revealed that if he’s unable to raise his expertise, he could also be compelled to retire.
“Just one factor goes on my thoughts: I have to evolve to the following stage or do not battle once more.”
“So, it is easy. To be the strongest, that is the way in which. Thanks, see you within the gymnasium.”
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Jiri Prochazka has solely ever misplaced twice beneath the UFC banner — with each of these defeats coming by the hands of Alex Pereira.
‘BJP’ will now have to select himself up and battle his manner again into title rivalry.
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After defending his throne twice, Alex Pereira is eyeing a transfer as much as heavyweight. Whereas that might be a risk sooner or later, Pereira is not in need of choices at 205.
The person who stands out above the remaining for a possible subsequent shot on the Brazilian’s title is Magomed Ankalaev.
Ankalaev is at present using a 12-fight unbeaten streak and is taken into account the most important menace to Pereira’s gold. One other rumored choice is Israel Adesanya, although he should first come away victorious in his assembly with Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 305.
