Jiri Prochazka is eagerly anticipating the UFC Fight Night 255 co-main event.
Jan Blachowicz (29-10-1 MMA, 12-7-1 UFC) will face off against up-and-coming contender Carlos Ulberg (12-1 MMA, 7-1 UFC) in a crucial light heavyweight showdown on Saturday at The O2 (ESPN+).
Initially aiming for a title shot, Prochazka’s plans have now shifted with indications pointing towards a title-fight rematch between champion Magomed Ankalaev (21-1-1 MMA, 12-1-1 UFC) and Alex Pereira (12-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC).
Prochazka (31-5-1 MMA, 5-2 UFC), who is fresh off a knockout victory over Jamahal Hill at UFC 311 in January, is looking to stay active and believes that facing the winner of Blachowicz vs. Ulberg would be a logical next step for him.
“I’m just searching for a good challenge,” Prochazka told The Schmo. “But with the latest news, like Alex and Ankalaev already confirming their fight, I don’t want to sit back and wait for the winner. Perhaps I will take on one of these fighters, the victor from Saturday night. Let’s see who emerges victorious. May the best man win.”
After successfully defending his title against Jamahal Hill, Prochazka, and Khalil Rountree, Pereira lost his light heavyweight championship to Ankalaev via unanimous decision at UFC 313. Prochazka supports Pereira getting an immediate rematch.
“I believe it’s the right move for Alex,” Prochazka stated. “He deserves the opportunity to face the champion right away. However, I do think he should take some time to regroup, refine his skills, and prepare for the battle ahead.”
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