Fans have been buzzing over a recent video showing Alex Pereira sparring with Glover Teixeira, where the former two-division UFC champion was seen wearing headgear for the first time during training. This unexpected sight drew plenty of attention across the MMA community.
Take a look at the clip below:
The reactions ranged from humorous to thoughtful, with one fan commenting, “Putting headgear on Pereira is like strapping a seatbelt on a tank.” Others joked about the rarity of seeing “Poatan” in protective gear, remarking on his usual lack of head movement and speculating about the reasons behind the change.
Many fans found it unusual to see Pereira donning headgear, some teasing that he might be taking extra safety measures to protect his chin during intense sparring sessions:
- “He’s probably been getting rocked in the gym lately.”
- “Looks like he’s about to get folded.”
- “Guess he lost his chin.”
- “Headgear on Pereira is a strange sight since he usually trains without it.”
- “He must be trying to preserve what chin he has left for real fights.”
On the other hand, a fan defended Pereira’s decision, applauding his smart approach: “He’s making a wise choice by protecting his chin during tough sparring and training mostly with heavyweights and bigger opponents.”
See some of the reactions below:
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Following his unsuccessful debut in the heavyweight division against Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250, Alex Pereira is set to face knockout specialist Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 335. UFC President Dana White revealed this matchup over the weekend during Nina Drama’s KICK Stream.
Watch the announcement below:
After the fight was confirmed, Pereira posted a promo video addressing Pavlovich with a simple message: “I’ll see you soon.”
Check out his post below:
Fan Take:
This development is intriguing for fight fans because it shows a strategic side of Pereira rarely seen before—prioritizing longevity and safety in training to extend his career. His upcoming bout with Pavlovich could be a defining moment for the heavyweight division, potentially shaking up the landscape with Pereira’s unique blend of striking power and now, smarter preparation.
Source: www.lowkickmma.com
