UFC veteran Chael Sonnen, known for his bold theories, believes Alex Pereira is using a strategy from former WWE boss Vince McMahon to maintain his popularity despite a recent defeat. Pereira, one of the UFC’s biggest names, suffered a loss to Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313, leaving some fans disappointed. However, he quickly won them back by making a surprise appearance at UFC Fight Night Mexico City, where the crowd greeted him with loud applause. This made Sonnen to compare Pereira with McMahon.
Chael Sonnen compared Alex Pereira’s approach to Vince McMahon’s philosophy of giving the audience what they want but not necessarily what they expect. He noted that Pereira’s demeanor after setbacks defies expectations—rather than disappearing or sulking, he presents himself with confidence and composure.
In his words, “Yeah, [it’s] Vince McMahon 101.Give the audience what they want. But not what they’re expecting. And I just think that that’s a little piece from (Alex) Pereira I don’t think we expected him to surface.”
Subsequently. Sonnen contrasted this with fighters who withdraw from the spotlight after losses, emphasizing that fans appreciate an athlete who remains engaged with the sport. This, he suggested, is a major reason why the crowd continues to support and celebrate Pereira.
Alex Pereira Ready For Magomed Ankalaev Rematch
In a recent conversation with Ariel Helwani, Alex Pereira expressed his eagerness for his rematch to be officially announced. He shared that August 2025 would be an ideal time for his return to the octagon. Confident in his abilities, Pereira believes the rematch will play out differently and is determined to showcase his full skill set when the time comes.
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In his words, “I can’t wait for this [rematch]. It’s going to be a very different fight… I feel that I have enough game to do whatever I want with this guy.”
With confidence radiating from Poatan, the rematch promises to be an electrifying showdown. Given his determination and skill set, fans can expect a thrilling battle. It will be fascinating to see if he can reclaim the title and cement his legacy once again.
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