“Poatan” might be gearing up again.
It’s been four months since Alex Pereira reclaimed his UFC Light Heavyweight title by stopping Magomed Ankalaev in their rematch at UFC 320 (watch highlights). Since that win in Las Vegas, however, things have been unusually quiet regarding his next move.
On Thursday (Feb. 12, 2026), Pereira posted a cryptic message on Instagram:
That’s it. No context. No opponent. No weight class.
Is it simply a countdown signaling his return — or is “1-2-3” a hint at chasing a third UFC title in a third weight class?
But if he moves up to Heavyweight, things get even more interesting.
Is it fair? Probably not.
Is it realistic? Absolutely.
Whether Pereira is hinting at a simple return or something far more ambitious, one thing is certain: “Poatan” rarely moves without purpose.
And right now, the chess pieces are shifting.
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