Jiri Prochazka believes Alex Pereira will make history at UFC White House this summer. The former light heavyweight champion predicts Pereira will defeat Ciryl Gane to become the first fighter to win titles in three UFC weight classes.
"I believe Alex can do that," Prochazka said on Adin Ross' Kick stream. "Alex can do that, especially when I saw him, how his weight is going up. He's strong enough, too, and in the stand-up, I believe he will be better. But Gane is a lot of movement for that."
Prochazka has faced Pereira twice for the light heavyweight title, losing both times. Those remain the only losses on his UFC record. Despite the setbacks, Prochazka says he's open to following Pereira to heavyweight in the future.
Prochazka Eyes Heavyweight Move
"No, I think I have to go to heavyweight," Prochazka told MMA Junkie. "I really don't care which weight I'm fighting, but I believe every time light heavyweight shows my best shape."
The Czech fighter referenced his Rizin experience fighting heavyweights. He believes he can compete at the higher weight class while maintaining speed and endurance advantages.
UFC 327 Title Fight First
Before any heavyweight plans materialize, Prochazka faces immediate business. This Saturday at UFC 327 in Miami, he challenges Carlos Ulberg for the light heavyweight title that Pereira vacated.
The main event at Kaseya Center represents Prochazka's chance to reclaim the championship. Pereira moved up to heavyweight after vacating the belt, setting up his interim title fight against Gane at UFC White House.
