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Chael Sonnen puts a new twist on the battle narrative between Alex Pereira and Tom Aspinall and reveals insider conversations

If there's anyone who can become a three-division UFC champion, it's no one else as Alex Pereira. A clash is planned against the king of the light heavyweight division Khalil Rountree Jr at UFC 307. However, “Poatan” has made it clear that he would prefer to clean up his division rather than move up a notch to heavyweight and challenge Tom Aspinall.

However, there is a twist in the story after to Chael Sonnen, who became a fighter and analyst. “The American Gangster” has revealed a new development that he assumes that could come true. In a new one YouTube video, he said, “One thing I always notice when I hear about the show in California is that it's big in January. There is always something big. They even wanted Conor to go there with Chandler, right? Illustrates big.”

He further explained: “So stick with me on all of this because the way the story goes with the boys, Aspinall has kept the part for November that you have to take away. Not whether Jones would fight him or Stipe would fight him. The reason Aspinall is retained is that when Pereira goes through Rountree quickly and flawlessly, he goes into the garden to take on Aspinall. Stipe and Jones will be selected for Los Angeles in January.”

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The Brazilian native has rejected the idea of ​​fighting in a higher weight class against the interim heavyweight king. Although “Poatan” respects Aspinall’s abilities, he is not interested in pursuing a run at heavyweight. Still, Pereira remains intrigued by the opportunity to train with MMA GOAT Jon “Bones” Jones and learn more about the UFC’s heaviest division.

Meanwhile, the MMA world is abuzz with intrigue surrounding the upcoming legacy showdown between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic. UFC boss Dana White confirmed last month that Aspinall will serve as a replacement fighter for the ultimate clash between two all-time greats at UFC 309.

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To add even more excitement, “The Bad Guy” has learned from insiders that a win for Pereira at UFC 307 could lead him to an interim title shot against Aspinall. According to the rumor mill, Pereira would face the “Honey Badger” no matter what happens with the clash between Jones and Stipe. Among all of them speculation One thing is clear; Aspinall will be hoping Pereira wins his duel against Khalil Rountree Jr!

Tom Aspinall pays a huge compliment to Alex Pereira

Pereira's left hook is his legendary asset and can knock out anyone in the UFC. It's a move that has become synonymous with “Poatan” and is discussed in both MMA and kickboxing circles. And this isn't just fan hype; Even Tom Aspinall has acknowledged Pereira's sheer X-factor.

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In a recent section of “Championship Rounds,” Aspinall analyzed Pereira’s fighting style during training. He highlighted Poatan's ability to distract opponents with his deadly leg kicks and how he sets them up for his left hook when they get into his reach. Aspinall explained: “He mostly stands with his head, which is always calm, straight up in the air… He then jAbdominal muscles of the body. All this stuff What is that? does Is The takes your mind off the massive left hook he has.” He further explained the fierce left hook and said: “Because in my opinion that’s what he did receive One of the best, if not the best hook of the MMA era. So what he's going to do is he's going to hurt that (calf). He will hurtBut He will keep the range all the time, he will never get into rapid chess reach

Watching Pereira inside the octagon is like witnessing a calculated predator stalking its prey. Every movement, every blow is evidence of his killing instinct. Given his dominance and recent rumors, is there any chance that Sonnen's inside information could become a reality? Leave your thoughts in the comments section below!