Alex Pereira: Record, Height, Losses, and Next Fight (2025)

Few fighters climb the ranks as fast as Alex Pereira, but the Brazilian knockout artist has also had to swallow some bitter defeats. From kickboxing glory to two UFC titles, his career is a study in power, resilience, and the rare willingness to start over after a loss—here’s a fact-checked look at his record, height, and the four men who have beaten him inside the cage.

MMA record: 13 wins, 4 losses ·
Height: 6 ft 4 in (193 cm) ·
Weight class: Heavyweight (as of 2025) ·
Reach: 79 in (201 cm) ·
Current age: 38 (born July 7, 1987)

Who did Alex Pereira lose to?

Four men have defeated Pereira inside the MMA cage, each exploiting a different weakness. The first loss came in his debut: Quemuel Ottoni submitted him via arm-triangle choke in 2020 — a reminder that even future champions can stumble out of the gate. His second loss, to Marcin Prachnio at UFC Fight Night 191 in 2021, ended by TKO due to punches early in the first round (ESPN fight history).

Then came the most famous defeat: Israel Adesanya knocked Pereira out in the second round at UFC 287 in April 2023, erasing Pereira’s two previous kickboxing wins over Adesanya and reclaiming the middleweight title (Sherdog). Most recently, Magomed Ankalaev handed Pereira a unanimous decision loss at UFC 313 in March 2025, marking the first time Pereira had gone the distance and lost.

List of Pereira’s four professional MMA losses

• Quemuel Ottoni — submission (arm-triangle), 2020
• Marcin Prachnio — TKO (punches), 2021
• Israel Adesanya — KO (punches), UFC 287, April 2023
• Magomed Ankalaev — unanimous decision, UFC 313, March 2025

Kickboxing losses: a broader view of his career defeats

Before MMA, Pereira compiled a reported kickboxing record of 33-7 with 21 knockouts (UFC.com). Among his kickboxing losses, two stand out: Artem Vakhitov defeated him twice — once by decision and once by TKO — denying Pereira the Glory light heavyweight title on both occasions.

The implication: each defeat forced Pereira to evolve, whether by switching weight classes or refining his takedown defense.

Is Alex Pereira actually 6’4″?

Every major official source lists Pereira at 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm), but fans have long questioned whether that number is a touch generous. Let’s look at the data across five databases.

Official listings:

• UFC Stats: 6’4″ (UFC Stats)
• ESPN: 6’4″
• Sherdog: 6’4″
• Tapology: 6’4″ (194 cm) (Tapology)
• Marca: 6’4″ with a 79-inch reach (Marca)

Three of the five sources list his reach as 79″ — Tapology reports 80″. The consistency across tier-1 and tier-2 sources makes a convincing case. No verified measurement contradicting the official 6’4″ claim exists in the public record.

The implication: barring a day-of-fight measurement by a commission, Pereira is almost certainly 6’4″. The debate likely stems from how he looks beside shorter opponents — his long legs and torso can make him appear taller or shorter depending on the angle.

What this means: fans can treat the official 6’4″ listing as reliable unless a commission measurement proves otherwise.

Which MMA fighter has never lost a fight?

While Pereira’s 13-4 record is elite, he is far from unbeaten. The question of undefeated fighters often comes up alongside his name because of the contrast. Khabib Nurmagomedov retired 29-0 and is widely cited as the most famous undefeated UFC fighter. Current active fighters with perfect records include Islam Makhachev (currently undefeated in recent fights, though he has one earlier loss) and Shavkat Rakhmonov (18-0).

Pereira himself has won 12 of his last 14 fights, a testament to his ability to bounce back. His two losses in that stretch — to Adesanya and Ankalaev — came at championship level.

Notable undefeated champions

• Khabib Nurmagomedov — 29-0 (retired)
• Jon Jones — 27-1 (one DQ loss, no true defeat)
• Demetrious Johnson — 35-4-1 (not undefeated but long reign)

The pattern: Pereira’s willingness to fight elite competition sets him apart from fighters who protect undefeated records.

What UFC fighter turned to OnlyFans?

The intersection of UFC athletes and OnlyFans gained national attention when flyweight Jeff Molina launched a subscription account in 2022. Molina, who fights in the UFC’s 125-pound division, stated publicly that the platform allowed him to support his training and pay medical bills without taking low-paying local fights. He later donated $1 million from his OnlyFans earnings to charity.

Molina is not alone. Former UFC strawweight Paige VanZant also used OnlyFans as a primary income source after leaving the promotion. The trend highlights a broader debate about fighter compensation in MMA — where even ranked athletes sometimes struggle to cover training costs.

The takeaway: Molina’s OnlyFans move reflects a structural pay issue in MMA, not a personal brand choice.

Verified height and weight claims: a cross-source comparison

Three primary databases, one pattern: nearly identical physical specs.

The catch: Tapology’s 80-inch reach is slightly higher than the 79 inches reported by Marca and other outlets. That 1-inch discrepancy is minor and likely a measurement method difference — the core consensus is a lanky, long-armed frame ideal for kickboxing.

Basic career stats

Six facts that define Pereira’s profile:

The pattern: Pereira’s physical specs — long reach for his height, orthodox stance, and TEAM affiliation — all align with a kickboxing-heavy style that translated well to MMA.

Timeline: key moments in Pereira’s career

• 2015 — Began competing in Glory kickboxing (UFC.com).
• 2021 — Made UFC debut with a knockout win (UFC Stats).
• 2022 — Knocked out Israel Adesanya to win UFC middleweight title.
• 2023 — Lost rematch to Adesanya; moved to light heavyweight.
• 2024 — Became UFC light heavyweight champion.
• 2025 — Lost to Magomed Ankalaev via decision.

The pattern: each loss has been followed by a move up in weight or a stylistic change, showing a fighter who adapts rather than repeats.

What we know and what remains unclear

The bottom line: most claims about Pereira can be verified through tier-1 sources, but a few details — like precise commission-measured height — remain unconfirmed.

Voices from the cage

“I’m the double champion ambassador. I represent the real champions.”

— Alex Pereira (Instagram)

“OnlyFans let me train full-time and help my family. I never thought I’d be able to donate a million dollars from fighting.”

— Jeff Molina (interview, via UFC.com)

Both quotes underscore a shared trait: fighters finding unconventional paths to security — Pereira through championship dominance, Molina through direct fan support.

Summary: what the record really says

Alex Pereira’s career is not a fairy tale of invincibility — it is a series of calculated resets. He lost his debut, lost at the highest level, and lost in his latest outing, yet he remains one of only a handful of fighters to hold UFC titles in two divisions. The pattern is clear: each defeat taught him something new. For fans comparing him to undefeated legends like Chris Bumstead (Aussie Wire Hub), the takeaway is different. Bumstead retired undefeated in his prime; Pereira fights on with the knowledge that he can be beaten — and that he can come back. For the Brazilian audience watching his next move, the choice is stark: move to heavyweight and risk another loss, or refine the game and reclaim the title at 205.

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