Zhilei: "Pereira could move up to heavyweight"

Former interim WBO heavyweight champion Zhang Zhilei has assessed UFC light heavyweight division titleholder Alex Pereira's chances in boxing.

"We sparred with him once. Four rounds, but I had two other guys in front of him. Alex is a good boxer. He has the right skills - great speed and power punches. I watch him, in the UFC he dominates everyone without a fight.

I think Alex could move up to heavyweight. He has enough power and strength to do damage to the big boys as well. I would love to have him in my training camp. It's a great opportunity to get a different perspective on my business. We can both learn something from each other," Zhilei said on The MMA Hour show.