Pereira Eyes Boxing Match with Usyk

Alex Pereira, the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion and former two-division Glory kickboxing champion, has expressed a strong interest in transitioning to professional boxing, aiming for a match against top heavyweight boxer Oleksandr Usyk. Despite being under contract with the UFC, Pereira is inspired by Conor McGregor's crossover into boxing and hopes to follow suit. His coach, Plinio Cruz, supports his ambition, highlighting Pereira's boxing skills and potential to compete at a high level in the sport. Pereira's interest in boxing comes as he prepares to defend his UFC title against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313. While fans are divided on his potential success against Usyk, Pereira remains confident in his boxing abilities and desires to challenge himself by fighting a champion like Usyk.