Height
6' 4"
Reach
79in
Stance
Orthodox
Age
39
"Poatan"
ALEX PEREIRA
Height
6' 4"
Reach
79in
Stance
Orthodox
Age
39
Brazilian orthodox fighter Alex Pereira transitioned from kickboxing to mixed martial arts, training out of Teixeira MMA & Fitness. Celebrated for his exceptional striking power, the former kickboxer made history as the first athlete to rule both the middleweight and light-heavyweight divisions. His championship accomplishments include a two-time light-heavyweight reign alongside a notable victory over Israel Adesanya.
Poatan enters UFC Fight Night: du Plessis vs. Usman with a professional record of 9-3-0. He seeks to rebound from a June 2026 TKO loss to Ciryl Gane. Before that defeat, his mixed run included a TKO win against Magomed Ankalaev in late 2025, avenging a decision loss to him earlier that year. Previously, he earned back-to-back stoppage victories over Khalil Rountree Jr. and Jiří Procházka.