Teixeira predicted Pereira vs. Chimaev fight, betting on Poatan's early victory

Alexandr Ormanji Jan. 28, 2026, 5:13 a.m.

Glover Teixeira, former UFC light heavyweight champion, gave his prediction for the hypothetical fight between Alex Pereira and Khamzat Chimaev.

"He has just become the middleweight champion and hasn't even defended the title yet. 'Poatan' is on another level. It's hard for me to judge, but Poatan's jab is tougher than many straight punches—it's really painful. It's very difficult to take him down against the cage, and even if that happens, his ground defense is at the highest level. 'Poatan' will knock out Chimaev no later than the third round."

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