UFC Light Heavyweight Contender Predicts The Winner In Israel Adesanya Vs Alex Pereira

The Polish behemoth believes Pereira has what it takes to defeat Adesania at UFC 281.

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This weekend at UFC Vegas 61, Jotko will face rising middleweight prospect Brendan Allen.

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After going 1-0 in his first two UFC fights, Jotko went on an incredible five-fight winning streak, which was followed by a three-fight losing streak.

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Jotko will attempt to enter the middleweight ranks with a victory on Saturday night after securing back-to-back victories.

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Despite having a 6-1 Pro MMA record, "Poton" is still regarded as the only opponent who could topple Adesanya at 185 lbs.

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This is because Pereira knocked out "The Last Stylebender" in kickboxing twice, including in 2016.

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Recent images show the middleweight champion practising nodding with tennis balls.

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Fans who are unaffected point out that Anderson Silva, an icon of Adesanya, accomplished the move a decade ago.

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Additionally, Alex Pereira used the occasion to poke fun at his impending rival.

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