Pereira Weighs 234 Pounds Two Weeks Out as UFC 320 Rematch With Ankalaev Nears

Coaches and analysts urge a pressure-first approach to address his March decision loss.

Overview

Alex Pereira posted a scale reading of 106.2 kg (about 234 lb), leaving roughly 29 pounds to cut before the Oct. 4 light heavyweight title rematch.
Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira 2 tops UFC 320 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, where Ankalaev will defend the 205-pound belt.
Dan Hardy said Pereira showed too much respect in the first fight and should pressure, close distance, and use a Thai clinch to disrupt takedowns.
Glover Teixeira stated Pereira will press throughout the contest and is prepared for a full five-round bout.
Ankalaev won their first meeting by unanimous decision at UFC 313, the only UFC loss Pereira has taken against a first-time opponent, though Pereira says he has faced tougher rivals.