ChampionLight HeavyweightACTIVE
Alex Pereira
12-3
1 Win Streak
Age
38
Height
6'4"
Weight
205 lbs
Reach
79"
Avg Fight Time
11:57
Gym
Teixeira MMA & Fitness-Bethel, CT
UFC Record
10-2(12 bouts)
Wins By
8 KO 0 Sub 2 Dec
Losses By
1 KO 0 Sub 1 Dec
Wins by Rd
R1 3R2 3R3 2R4 1R5 1
Last 5
WLWWW
Finish Rate
83%
Bonuses
7
Style
Kickboxer
Location
Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil
Last Fight2025-10-04
MA
W - Magomed Ankalaev
Decision - UnanimousR3 5:00
Opponent Last Bout
L - Alex PereiraKO/TKOR2 2:42· Punch to Head At Distance
Fight History
WIN
BS
vs Bruno Silva
UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Ankalaev· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
MA
vs Magomed Ankalaev
UFC 313: Pereira vs. Ankalaev· 2025-03-08
Decision - Unanimous
R5 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R5 5:00
WIN
KR
vs Khalil Rountree Jr.
UFC 307: Pereira vs. Rountree Jr.· 2024-10-05
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R4 4:32
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R4 4:32
WIN
JP
vs Jiri Prochazka
UFC 303: Pereira vs. Prochazka 2· 2024-06-29
KO/TKO
Kick to Head At Distance
R2 0:13
KO/TKOKick to Head At Distance·R2 0:13
WIN
JH
vs Jamahal Hill
UFC 300: Pereira vs. Hill· 2024-04-13
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 3:14
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 3:14
WIN
JP
vs Jiri Prochazka
UFC 295: Prochazka vs. Pereira· 2023-11-11
KO/TKO
Elbows to Head On Ground
R2 4:08
KO/TKOElbows to Head On Ground·R2 4:08
WIN
JB
vs Jan Blachowicz
UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2· 2023-07-29
Decision - Split
R3 5:00
Decision - Split·R3 5:00
LOSS
IA
vs Israel Adesanya
UFC 287: Pereira vs. Adesanya 2· 2023-04-08
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R2 4:21
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R2 4:21
WIN
IA
vs Israel Adesanya
UFC 281: Adesanya vs. Pereira· 2022-11-12
KO/TKO
Punches to Head At Distance
R5 2:01
KO/TKOPunches to Head At Distance·R5 2:01
WIN
SS
vs Sean Strickland
UFC 276: Adesanya vs. Cannonier· 2022-07-02
KO/TKO
Punches to Head At Distance
R1 2:36
KO/TKOPunches to Head At Distance·R1 2:36
WIN
AM
vs Andreas Michailidis
UFC 268: Usman vs. Covington 2· 2021-11-06
KO/TKO
Flying Knee Head
R2 0:18
KO/TKOFlying Knee Head·R2 0:18
WIN
MA
vs Magomed Ankalaev
UFC 320: Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2
KO/TKO
Elbows to Head From Half Guard
R1 1:20
+205DOG
KO/TKOElbows to Head From Half Guard·R1 1:20·+205
Fighter Archetype
Technical Striker
Outside Fighter
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
5.0/min
Grappling
0.11 TD
Defense
54%
⚖️Alex adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
🧬Competent across all ranges — 62% striking and 50% TD accuracy
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
Striking Foundation
29 rounds of fight film analyzed
🎯
Signature Technique
Leg Kicks
Core of offensive identity
Dominant Level+85% vs div avg
86%
Of striking volume
Mastery Progress
Primary Arsenal
High Importance
Jabs
72%of arsenal
0%100%
Medium Importance
Knees
62%of arsenal
0%100%
Supporting Techniques
🥊Head/Hand
Head Kicks
59%
🤼Clinch
Elbows
31%
⭐Other
Damage Events
24%
Common Combinations
Distance → Clinch
1× detected
Clinch → Takedown
1× detected
Patterns detected from round-by-round fight data
Striking Pattern Analysis
- ◆Signature technique: Heavy reliance on Leg Kicks (86%). Opponents must prepare specifically for this threat.
- ▲Technical diversity: Multiple techniques used at similar rates - adapts based on situations.
- ●Comprehensive striker: Uses head strikes, leg kicks, and varied attacks across distance.
- ■Two-pillar system: Top 2 techniques account for majority (158%) of offensive output.
- ◇Focused arsenal: Top 5 techniques comprise 310% of offense - limited but refined.
- ▶Mixed martial artist: Uses both takedown techniques and submissions in the striking phase.
- ★Adaptive tempo: Switches between pressure and counter-fighting mid-round.
Finish Techniques
Striking Finishes
8
100% of career finishes
Submission Finishes
0
0% of career finishes
⚡ Knockout Arsenal (6 techniques)
Punch to Head At Distance
#12
25% of KOs
Punches to Head At Distance
#22
25% of KOs
Elbows to Head From Half Guard
#31
13% of KOs
Elbows to Head On Ground
#41
13% of KOs
Flying Knee Head
#51
13% of KOs
Kick to Head At Distance
#61
13% of KOs
Finish Pattern Analysis
- ⚡⚡ Striking finisher: 100% of career finishes via knockout/TKO. Devastating striking power and end-game precision.
- 🎯💥 KO arsenal: Punch to Head At Distance leads with 2 finishes. Multiple KO paths available.
Fighter Skills Radar
Key Insights
🥊
Striking specialist: Dominates with devastating volume and accuracy. Avoids ground exchanges.💪
Peak strengths: Strike Acc% (62%) and Strikes/Min (5.0).⚠️
Vulnerability: TD/15min is below average (2/100). Opponents exploit this.🔥
Finisher: 83% of wins end in finish (10 KO + 0 subs).🚫
Anti-wrestler: 79% TD defense. Keeps fights standing.📈
Pace builder: Output increases in later rounds (172% in R3). Outworks opponents.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
62%
Above Avg
Division Rank#1 of 26
0%100%
Striking Defense
54%
Average
Division Rank#9 of 26
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
57% acc81%
Clinch
89% acc11%
Ground
71% acc9%
Striking Differential+1.50/min
5.00 landed/min3.50 absorbed/min
5.00
Landed/Min
3.50
Absorbed/Min
0.80
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed657
Sig. Strikes Attempted1058
Key Insights
Alex is a distance-first striker, with 84% of output at range.
Effective body attack (27%).
Favorable output (1.4:1).
Elite accuracy at 62%.
Utilizes an effective jab.
Distance-dominant: 81% of output at range with 57% accuracy.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
50%
Average
Division Rank#7 of 26
0%100%
TD Defense
79%
Elite
Division Rank#14 of 26
0%100%
TD Success Rate
50%(est)
Landed
1
Defended
1
Total
2
Note: Takedowns landed estimated from accuracy percentage
0.11
TD / 15min
0.23
Sub / 15min
0
TD Landed
2
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
3
Landed
6
Attempted
50%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
2 total attempts
Early Hunter
R1
100%
R2
0%
R3
0%
Key Insights
Rarely initiates takedowns (0.11/15min).
Solid TD defense at 79%.
Submission timing: "Early Hunter" — most active early.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
1,971
1.44
Ratio
Absorbed
1,371
Chin Rating
GoodKD Exchange
21/3
KD Recovery
0%
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
29.3
Moderate
Strikes/Min
5.8
Standing %
98%
R3 vs R1 Output
172%
Key Insights
🎯 Effective knockdown technician - deals significantly more than absorbs.
⚙️ High engagement score (29.3) - maintains relentless pace.
📈 Improves dramatically in late rounds - R3 output 172% of R1.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 12 fights
R1 Control
0:03
R2 Control
0:05
R3 Control
0:14
R1 to Final
+51%
In-Fight Adaptation
Detected across career, comparing R1 vs R3+ patterns
Shifts to headhunting late (+17.7pp in R3).
Target Selection Evolution
Head
+17.7pp
Body
+0.7pp
Leg
-18.4pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
-14.3pp
Round Patterns
➡️ Maintains consistent output throughout fight
🔄 Low control time – movement-focused fighter
Championship Rounds
Based on 3 five-round fights
Rounds 1-3 Avg
21.5
sig strikes / round
Rounds 4-5 Avg
25.4
sig strikes / round
Output Change
118%
R4-5 vs R1-3
Maintains Output
Competitive Profile
Division Rankings
Performance metrics ranked within division
Volume
#9
of 26
🥈 Top 50%
Absorption
#13
of 26
🥈 Top 50%
Accuracy
#1
of 26
🥇 Top 25%
Str Defense
#9
of 26
🥈 Top 50%
Knockdowns
#7
of 26
🥈 Top 50%
Takedowns
#22
of 26
📉 Below Average
Submissions
#8
of 26
🥈 Top 50%
Damage Ratio
#11
of 26
🥈 Top 50%
Strength of Schedule
Opponent quality and career progression
Avg Opponent ELO
3216
ChampionshipCareer-wide opponent strength
Elite Wins (ELO 3000+)
18
/ 24
75% Win Rate
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights