The potential matchup between UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones and UFC light heavyweight titleholder Alex Pereira will not happen, according to UFC CEO Dana White. White confirmed this decision during a recent appearance on the Pat McAfee show while discussing the upcoming UFC 305 event featuring “Du Plessis vs. Adesanya” on pay-per-view.
Jon Jones is currently preparing to defend his heavyweight title against former champion Stipe Miocic, with the fight expected to take place at UFC 309 on Sat., November 16, 2024, in New York City. Meanwhile, the future plans for Alex Pereira in the UFC remain unknown as potential matchups with Magomed Ankalaev and Aleksandar Rakic are already set.
Keep an eye out for more updates in the coming weeks regarding Alex Pereira’s next opponent in the Octagon.
