Adesanya advises Pereira to return to light heavyweight division

Israel Adesanya has expressed his confusion about Alex Pereira's decision to remain in the heavyweight division after his loss to Ciryl Gane in June. Pereira is set to face Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 335 on December 12, and Adesanya believes he should return to 205 pounds instead. He argues that Pereira's best performances came at light heavyweight, and due to his previous title reign there, a return could quickly lead to another title shot. Adesanya and Pereira share a competitive history, with Pereira having previously defeated him in kickboxing and the two fighters splitting their UFC middleweight title fights. The upcoming bout will provide Pereira an opportunity to validate his heavyweight move.

• 5:23 AMYahoo Sports — Israel Adesanya Urges Alex Pereira to Return to 205lbs, Claims He Could Get an Immediate Title Shot