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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Alex Pattle

Jiri Prochazka says ‘deal’ in place around Alex Pereira vs Magomed Ankalaev rematch

Jiri Prochazka has said he will serve as the back-up fighter for Alex Pereira’s rematch with Magomed Ankalaev in October, as he bids to regain the UFC light-heavyweight title.

At UFC 320 in Las Vegas, Pereira will aim to reclaim the title from Ankalaev, having lost it to the Russian with a decision defeat in March.

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