Former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier has offered his forecast for the upcoming rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira, anticipating a decisive finish.
Poirier emphasized Pereira`s strong motivation for the second encounter, rooted in his previous performance.
“He`s driven by the desire to reclaim his belt and exact revenge, to prove that his performance in their last fight wasn`t a true reflection of his capabilities,” Poirier stated. “Pereira is an exceptionally dangerous fighter; he’s bound to find a way to land his powerful strikes in this fight. I believe the bout will conclude with either a knockout or a technical knockout.”
This highly anticipated rematch gains further context from Pereira`s own admission regarding their initial bout. He reportedly felt he was only operating at 40 percent of his full potential during that first encounter. With both fighters surely looking to make a statement, Poirier`s prediction sets the stage for a dramatic conclusion to their next meeting in the octagon.
