Analysis: What’s next for UFC star Alex Pereira?

Nikita Krylov

Volkan Oezdemir and Nikita Krylov at UFC 280. Photo via Twitter (UFC)

Not so likely, but depending on the other top ranked fighters injuries and availability, No. 6 ranked Nikita Krylov could be a potential name for Alex Pereira. The matchup is not the biggest fight from a selling perspective, but Krylov has proved to be a tough, resilient fighter and currently holds three straight wins.

He is scheduled to face Azamat Murzakanov on November 16 at UFC 309. Adding a fourth win to his name might put him in a good position to fight for the belt in 2025.