Drama is a staple in the UFC, and as such, the former double champion Daniel Cormier has stepped up. He is stirring the pot with his recent comments, which have set the MMA community abuzz. What’s the fuss about? Cormier gave his two cents about the UFC protecting its “golden goose,” Alex Pereira.
It all started with a surprising fight announcement. The UFC booked #2-ranked Magomed Ankalaev against #5-ranked Aleksandar Rakic for UFC 308. This decision caught many off guard, including Cormier. He didn’t hold back on his show Good Guy / Bad Guy with Chael Sonnen. He suggested the UFC might be shielding Pereira from a tough matchup.
“When I saw Rakic taking on Ankalaev, my jaw dropped. I was like, they actually did it. Like sometimes you got to protect that golden goose [Alex Pereira] a little bit. And that’s kind of what it feels like,” said Cormier.
According to DC, Ankalaev poses a significant threat to the Brazilian star. The reason is Ankalaev’s well-rounded skills, especially his wrestling prowess. But why would the UFC need to protect Alex Pereira? Well, he’s been on quite a roll lately. The former kickboxer has taken the MMA world by storm. He’s already captured titles in two weight divisions with minimal MMA experience.
Everyone expected Magomed Ankalaev to be next for Pereira, given the absence of other contenders. The #1 contender, Jiri Prochazka, was already beaten by Alex Pereira at UFC 302. Plus, Ankalaev is on a huge win streak, while Rakic is coming off a loss in his last fight. This weird matchup showcases that Cormier‘s statement makes absolute sense.
Alex Pereira Reveals His Path To Overcoming Alcohol Addiction
UFC champions are often seen as invincible superheroes. But sometimes, these warriors reveal their human side, as Alex Pereira, the UFC light heavyweight champion, recently did. He opened up about his past struggles with alcohol addiction.
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Pereira’s story isn’t just about knockout punches and championship belts. It’s a tale of personal triumph over a formidable opponent: addiction. The Brazilian fighter shared his experiences with a group of kids.
“I think it’s very important, to do this in the video. Kids who have problem with drugs. From where I come from, I know how hard it is to deal with the situation for the families, so we are going to try to do something. Talk to the kids, show them the path, I can talk about the sport. The sport saved me from alcohol,” Pereira said.
Why talk to kids about such a heavy topic? Pereira believes his story can make a difference. He wants to help young people stay on the right path. Alex Pereira’s journey from addiction to UFC champion is nothing short of inspiring.
He credits sports for saving him from alcohol’s grip. His openness about his past is refreshing in the macho world of MMA. It shows that even the toughest fighters have vulnerabilities. His willingness to share his story could be his biggest victory yet.
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