Alex Pereira calls for Dricus Du Plessis matchup after UFC 305

In the aftermath of UFC 305, Alex Pereira has hinted at a move back down to middleweight to face Dricus Du Plessis.

‘Stillknocks’ just successfully defended his 185 lbs title after securing the biggest win of his career. The South African settled his feud with Israel Adesanya in a razor-close affair that ended with a huge submission victory for the defending champion.

Intrigued by what he witnessed, Alex Pereira confirmed his interest at moving back down to the weight class. Alongside his dominance in a new division, the kickboxing sensation holds a 4-1 record at middleweight under the UFC banner.

The current light heavyweight titleholder is looking to better his record and add more gold to his resume as he begins to eye a possible meeting with Dricus Du Plessis, according to his latest social media post.

“Coming down to 185 one more time.” Pereira said after watching the UFC 305 main event.

Related: Dricus du Plessis submits Israel Adesanya in UFC 305 main event

While many would likely love the idea of the Brazilian colliding with Du Plessis, that bout won’t be happening anytime soon.

Focused on staying active, Alex Pereira has yet another fight booked — making it his fifth fight in a little over 14 months. 

Pereira will put his title on the line against Khalil Rountree Jr. on October 5. Though a lot can change in the sport, even a short night at the office e against Rountree wouldn’t allow him to leapfrog other contenders for the middleweight title fight.

As stated by Dana White, Dricus Du Plessis’ next defense of his crown will be in a rematch against Sean Strickland.

Alex Pereira’s last appearance at middleweight came in the headlining bout of UFC 287. Pereira was knocked out by long-term rival Israel Adesanya and decided his career would benefit from the added weight — thus beginning a legendary run at 205 lbs.