Jiri Prochazka Targets Spring 2026 Title Fight, Floats Middleweight Move as Pereira Eyes Heavyweight

Overview

• Speaking at Oktagon 79 in Brno, Prochazka said he believes he is next for the UFC light heavyweight title and pointed to March or April 2026.
• He reiterated he could make 185 pounds and would consider dropping to middleweight if the 205-pound title picture stalls or Pereira moves up.
• Pereira is recovering from a reported broken foot and has publicly pushed for a Jon Jones superfight in June 2026 at a proposed White House event, a matchup that remains unconfirmed.
• Coverage notes middleweight already lists Nassourdine Imavov as the top contender and champion Khamzat Chimaev competes irregularly, making an immediate 185-pound title shot unlikely for Prochazka.
• Prochazka reestablished his No. 1 contender status with a knockout of Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 320, with Carlos Ulberg also positioned as a leading 205-pound challenger.