Overview
- Speaking at Oktagon 79 in Brno, Prochazka said he believes he is next for the belt and targeted a fight in March or April 2026.
- He said he can make 185 pounds and would consider moving to middleweight only if Pereira’s heavyweight plans stall the light heavyweight division.
- Pereira reclaimed the 205-pound title at UFC 320 and has expressed interest in a heavyweight fight with Jon Jones, a matchup not finalized by the UFC.
- If Pereira pursues heavyweight, UFC policy would likely vacate the light heavyweight title, elevating alternatives such as rising contender Carlos Ulberg.
- Prochazka re-established himself with a third-round knockout of Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 320, though he previously lost twice to Pereira by TKO.