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UFC Fighter Alex Perez Secures New Contract After KO
29 Jan
Summary
- Alex Perez earned a new UFC contract following a knockout win.
- He missed weight for the fight, making his re-signing uncertain.
- Perez detailed his struggles with sweating during his weight cut.
Alex Perez has officially been offered a new contract with the UFC following his first-round knockout victory over Charles Johnson at UFC 324. This win came just days after the performance and was the final bout on his previous contract.
Perez admitted he was unsure about his future with the promotion after missing weight by two-and-a-half pounds. He acknowledged it was his responsibility and expressed understanding if the UFC had decided not to re-sign him, but was grateful they recognized his exciting fighting style.
The fighter described his weight cut struggles, explaining his body retained fluid and he was unable to sweat despite trying various methods. He believes the quick turnaround between fights contributed to the issue.
Despite the missed weight penalty, Perez delivered a dominant performance, stopping Johnson for the first time in his career. This victory ended a two-fight losing streak and has him eager to build momentum on his new UFC deal, with potential fights slated for late June or early July.
