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Alex Pereira Goes Off on Journalist Over His Sister
In the world of combat sports, the Pereira siblings are a force to be reckoned with. UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex “Poatan” Pereira and his sister, Karate Combat fighter Aline Pereira, have both made waves in their respective disciplines. However, a recent interview with Aline stirred controversy, leading to an explosive response from Alex that has the MMA community buzzing.
Aline Pereira’s Journey
Aline Pereira, like her brother Alex, started her combat sports career in GLORY kickboxing before transitioning to MMA. After making her professional debut in 2022, Aline faced a tough loss against The Ultimate Fighter: Season 30 contestant Helen Peralta. She bounced back with a win over Chelsea Conner but later fell to 1-2 after a loss to Cheyanne Bowers. Undeterred, Aline shifted her focus to Karate Combat, where she delivered a first-round finish against Dee Begley in her promotional debut last October.
Despite her achievements, Aline revealed in a recent interview with MMA journalist Guilherme Cruz that she still works as an Amazon delivery driver while pursuing a full-time fighting career. This candid admission made headlines and sparked assumptions online about Alex’s level of financial support for his sister.
Alex Pereira’s Explosive Response
Never one to shy away from confrontation, Alex Pereira took to Instagram to voice his frustrations with Cruz’s interview. Pereira accused the journalist of framing the conversation in a way that implied he wasn’t supporting his sister financially.
“Bro, you almost cut off the recording after my sister said she was working,” Pereira wrote. “If you had no evil intentions, you would have asked if I help her in any way. But you knew if you prolonged the conversation, you wouldn’t get good material for your story. For people who are trying to win in life, this would have been very important! You don’t deserve to have this kind of work, spreading evil and discord among good people.”
The UFC champion went on to promise a follow-up interview to address the situation further and expose what he perceived as Cruz’s unethical journalism practices.
The Fallout
It’s worth noting that Cruz’s story on MMA Fighting did not explicitly claim that Alex Pereira wasn’t helping his sister. However, the online backlash following Aline’s comments about her delivery job likely fueled Alex’s outrage. The incident highlights the often-contentious relationship between fighters and the media, especially when family dynamics are involved.
What’s Next for the Pereiras
While the controversy unfolds, both Alex and Aline are focused on their upcoming battles. Alex is preparing for his title defense against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313, a fight that could further cement his legacy as one of the sport’s elite. Meanwhile, Aline is set to co-headline Karate Combat 52 against MMA and boxing veteran Gisela Luna. A win tonight would mark another highlight-reel moment in her burgeoning career.
Fighters vs. Media: An Ongoing Battle
This incident underscores the fine line journalists must walk when covering athletes and their personal lives. Fighters like Alex Pereira often feel protective of their families and reputations, leading to clashes with media narratives. Whether Pereira’s accusations against Cruz hold merit or not, his passionate defense of his sister is a reminder of the strong familial bonds that often drive fighters to greatness.
As the Pereira siblings continue to make headlines—in and out of competition—fans will be watching closely to see how this story evolves and how they perform in their respective arenas. One thing is certain: the Pereiras are not backing down from any fight, whether it’s in the cage or the court of public opinion.