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Alex Pereira releases statement after tough KO title loss at UFC 287

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UFC 287 is now part of the past and Israel Adesanya has reclaimed his middleweight throne after knocking arch rival Alex Pereira out in the second round.

Despite being champion Pereira entered the bout as underdog, though he had just a modest eight pro MMA fights to his career as reigning champion. The fight was quite even initially but in the second round Adesanya countered his opponents onslaught and landed a brilliant right hand that floored the Brazilian, ending the contest.

After the fight the two rivals seemed to bury the hatchet with a backstage chat followed by an earnest embrace. Pereira used that moment to reach out to fans and supporters in giving a statement on his condition after the fight.

”I’m just here to let you know that I’m fine! I want to thank my family, my team and all the people who are supporting me during my journey.”

”Now I just have to rest and continue with the plans that are already on motion. Thanks god,” Pereira Tweeted.

Next move unclear

While some fans have been clamouring for a third fight between Pereira and Adesanya a rubber match is far from certain.

Former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is coming off of en emphatic win and despite being 0-2 against Adesanya, their rematch was a closely contested fight where some scored it for the former champ.

Knockout artist Jared Cannonier sits at a number four spot in the rankings and could possibly be the next opponent for Pereira. Some fans have been angling for a potential move up to light heavyweight, UFC president Dana White being one of those who have spoken about a weight class change but again, nothing has been confirmed.

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