“Speedran UFC and is now doing sidequests” – Champ Alex Pereira catches fans off guard after playing musical instrument at local concert
Alex Pereira has set his eyes on becoming the first 3 division champion in the UFC after scintillating performance at UFC 300.
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Alex Pereira was recently seen playing an accordion in a local concert in Brazil (via Imago/X)
Fighters are known for their ferocious skills inside the octagon in the world of elite mixed martial arts. But UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira has a secret talent that might surprise fans. The Brazilian knockout artist can seriously shred on the accordion.
At first glance, Pereira’s hulking 6’4″ frame and menacing glare don’t exactly scream “sensitive musician.” But the 36-year-old has been playing accordion since he was a teenager growing up in São Paulo. Recently, he was seen playing the accordion alongside a singer at a local concert in Brazil. The crowd seemed excited by this performance and cheered him on. Glover Teixeira was also present in the audience.
While Alex Pereira‘s reputation is built on his knockout prowess, the light heavyweight king has an artistic, sensitive side that fans rarely get to see. His love for playing the accordion definitely sets him apart from most professional fighters. He recently knocked out Jamahal Hill in the first round at the historic UFC 300 main event.
Perhaps after defending his title next, Pereira will celebrate by rocking out in front of a stadium crowd with his musical talents. Or maybe we will get to see some musical action if he moves up to heavyweight. For this Brazilian finisher, the meaningful notes don’t just come from his fists and shins!
Fight fans reacted to Alex Pereira playing in a concert
Fighters are expected to be intense, laser-focused warriors. But Alex Pereira is once again shattering expectations by showcasing an unexpected musical talent. Fans’ reactions to Pereira’s performance have run the gamut from amusement to bewilderment.
Stunned reactions poured from fight fans as the video began circulating across social media. Some fans quipped that it was weird seeing a stone-faced KO artist jamming at the concert. Others felt he was enjoying life to the fullest and not worrying about anything. A subset of fans were happy seeing the light heavyweight champion making the most of his time off. Here are some reactions from fight fans:
Alex Pereira’s surprising skills on the accordion are further proof that modern MMA athletes are more multi-dimensional than their reputations might suggest. The UFC champ is an expert whether he’s flattening opponents with strikes or bellowing out some corridos. The real question is, what unexpected skill will he unveil next? We may see Pereira soon in the Octagon again.
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