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Weight Gain and Fight Preparation
Alex Pereira, the UFC fighter set to defend his light-heavyweight title against Jamahal Hill at UFC 300, has shocked fans with his recent body transformation. Despite making the 205lbs championship weight without issue, Pereira has put on nearly two stone (27lbs) just hours before the highly anticipated fight in Las Vegas.
Fans' Reactions and Social Media Buzz
Following his rehydration protocol, Pereira shared that he was weighing 232lbs, leaving MMA fans stunned by the drastic change. Comments on his Instagram post ranged from disbelief at his previous weight of 185lbs to predictions of his fight night weight reaching 240lbs.
Pre-Fight Drama and Vow for Victory
While Pereira and Hill initially started fight week on friendly terms, tensions rose during a pre-fight press conference where Hill made bold statements. Pereira, a two-division champion, responded by vowing to make Hill "eat his words" and asserting his readiness for the upcoming battle.
