A former UFC champion has claimed that while he doesn’t consider Khalil Rountree has what it takes to beat Alex Pereira, he might be the person to place ‘Poatan’ in his place himself.
The sunshine heavyweight King will defend his belt against ‘The War Horse’ on October 5 on the Delta Center In Salt Lake City, Utah, USA.
Jiri Prochazka doesn’t think Khalil Rountree can beat Alex Pereira
With five consecutive victories, Khalil Rountree has received a shot to face off with Alex Pereira for light heavyweight gold.
Nonetheless, Jiri Prochazka doesn’t consider the American has what it takes to alleviate ‘Poatan’ of the belt.
This week, the Czech legend has been having fun with UFC 305 fight week in Perth, Australia.
Other than visiting the zoo to satisfy the local wombats, Prochazka has been indulging in his media duties, including a Q&A with the fans.
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Nonetheless, when he was asked about Rountree’s possibilities within the fight with Pereira, he wasn’t too hopeful.
The previous champion said: “Okay, it’s a fight. I actually don’t understand the possibility for [Khalil] Rountree.”
No matter everyone dismissing him, the Californian will undoubtedly be working hard together with his coaches to craft the proper game plan to shock the world.
But should he fail, Prochazka might be waiting within the wings for his shot at redemption.
Jiri Prochazka is eager to earn one other fight with Alex Pereira
While he has already lost to Pereira twice, the previous King of the sunshine heavyweights is willing to do whatever it takes to get one other dance together with his rival.
Having previously explained that he needed to cope with each a staph infection and a back injury in the course of the build-up to the rematch, the 31-year-old believes when fully fit, he has the minerals to win back his belt.
Throughout the Q&A, he added: “I still keep my mind on Alex Pereira because I consider I can beat him. I consider in that.
“My honor is telling me to remain at light heavyweight, fight one other guy, win the following fight and the following fight, take a title, and show my best. Last time, I feel I showed my worst performance in my life.”
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