Overview
- Speaking at Oktagon 79, Prochazka said he believes he is next at light heavyweight and is aiming to fight in March or April 2026.
- He confirmed he would consider dropping to 185 pounds only if Alex Pereira’s heavyweight plans stall the light heavyweight division.
- Prochazka said the cut to middleweight is feasible for him, noting he knows his body and can make 185.
- Pereira has signaled interest in a Jon Jones heavyweight bout tied to a tentative June 14, 2026 White House event, with UFC leadership cautious on timelines and the champion reportedly recovering from a broken foot.
- Prochazka reestablished top-contender status with a third-round KO of Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 320, though he has two prior TKO losses to Pereira and potential alternatives like Carlos Ulberg loom if the 205-pound title picture shifts.