23 days ago

Henry Cejudo Says Alex Pereira Is Avoiding Khamzat Fight Because of His Fight-Style

The ex-dual champion framed the Pereira-Khamzat potential fight as a style trap for Pereira. “Stylistically, it’s a great fight for Khamzat. I think Khamzat beats him,” he said, arguing Pereira avoids it because “that matchup… is not good for him.” Cejudo framed it as styles: Khamzat’s a heavy wrestler, while Pereira’s elite striker with unproven UFC ground game so far.