Alex Pereira Rematches Jiri Prochazka As New UFC 303 Main Event

Jiri Prochazka vs. Alex Pereira 2 Now Headlines UFC 303

After Conor McGregor withdrew from UFC 303 last month, the event was in need of a new main event. UFC CEO Dana White has announced via his social media channels that the new main event will be a light heavyweight title rematch between Jiri Prochazka and Alex Pereira.

Pereira Stepped in to Save the Day

Pereira was originally scheduled to fight Israel Adesanya at UFC 287 in April, but that fight was postponed due to an injury to Adesanya. With the UFC 303 main event spot open, Pereira stepped in to save the day. He is now set to rematch Prochazka, who he defeated via fifth-round knockout in their first meeting at UFC 282 last December.

A Light Heavyweight Title Rematch

The rematch between Prochazka and Pereira is a highly anticipated one. Prochazka is a former RIZIN light heavyweight champion and is known for his aggressive style and powerful striking. Pereira is a former GLORY middleweight and light heavyweight champion and is known for his devastating knockout power. The two fighters are expected to put on a thrilling and explosive rematch.

Conclusion

The UFC 303 main event is now set, and it is a fight that is sure to deliver. Prochazka and Pereira are two of the most exciting fighters in the UFC, and their rematch is sure to be one for the ages. With both fighters looking to prove themselves as the best light heavyweight in the world, this fight has all the makings of a classic.