The five-round co-main event of UFC 335 features powerful striker Sergei Pavlovich facing off against former two-division champion Alex Pereira, who is aiming for his first heavyweight win inside the octagon.
Alex Pereira (13-4 MMA, 10-3 UFC) fell short in his attempt to become the first UFC fighter to hold titles in three different weight classes, suffering a second-round TKO defeat to Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250 in June. The Brazilian disputed the loss, alleging illegal strikes, and even contemplated retirement over safety concerns. Now, “Poatan” looks to regain momentum and position himself for another shot at the heavyweight title by taking on Pavlovich (20-3 MMA, 9-3 UFC), who arrives with three consecutive wins following losses to Alexander Volkov and Tom Aspinall.
When it comes to betting odds, DraftKings lists Pavlovich as a moderate favorite at -166, while Pereira is considered the underdog at +140 as he makes his second heavyweight appearance.
The fight will take place on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada, with live coverage available on Paramount+.
This summary was originally published by MMA Junkie: UFC 335: Sergei Pavlovich vs. Alex Pereira odds, what to know.
Fan Take: This matchup is crucial for fight fans because it pits two dangerous strikers with high stakes on the line—Pereira trying to prove himself in the heavyweight division, and Pavlovich aiming to solidify his spot among the division’s elite. The outcome could reshape the heavyweight landscape and set up exciting new title contender scenarios in the coming months.
Source: sports.yahoo.com
