UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira intends to take “a little break” following two title defenses in less than three months, but still plans to fight again this year.
Pereira has been the standout storyline in the UFC so far in 2024 after stepping in on short notice to headline UFC 300 in April and UFC 303 in June. He defeated Jamahal Hill and Jiri Prochazka, respectively, in those bouts.
Initially, Pereira, 37, teased another quick turnaround, potentially even for UFC 305 on Aug. 17 in Perth, Australia. After taking some time to reflect and more closely examine his schedule, however, Pereira said he can’t see himself getting back in the cage until December.
