During a recent podcast, UFC commentator Joe Rogan delivered surprising information about the way Alex Pereira performed during UFC 313. During the UFC 313 title fight Pereira fought Ankalaev with an injured hand and dealt with a critical illness which could explain his unimpressive performance. Rogan’s claims about Pereira add substantial information about the health problems that Pereira endured before UFC 313 while also potentially explaining why he struggled in his performance.
Joe Rogan’s Claim About Alex Pereira’s Injury
During his Fight Companion podcast, Joe Rogan revealed disturbing information about Alex Pereira fighting with a broken hand while battling norovirus before UFC 313. Joe Rogan declared these elements could cause substantial performance changes for Pereira’s fight. As speculated by Rogan, fighting with a broken hand presented a major challenge for Pereira because he has established his reputation through powerful striking attacks. Pereira’s typical competitive fire seemed absent because he both had a hand injury in addition to a norovirus sickness. The virus’s negative effects on nourishment and hydration combined with fatigue could have been the reason which created noticeable weakness.
The Impact of a Broken Hand and Illness
Through his assertion, Rogan presents viewers with the challenging situation Pereira faced when he stepped into UFC 313 octagon. A fighter with a broken hand becomes unable to strike with potency and accuracy because of its temporary disability. The knockout-oriented fighting style of Pereira suffered severely from his broken hand since it represents his primary combat advantage.
Norovirus causes severe negative body effects. The symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea combined with fatigue seriously depleted Pereira’s fighting abilities while making it very hard for him to deliver his top performance. The combination of these two elements negatively affected Pereira’s performance which could be an explanation to his subpar results.
The Severity of the Situation
Joe Rogan’s claim that Pereira fought UFC 313 with these serious issues puts a new spin on his performance in the octagon. Pereira, typically known for his aggressive striking and sharp footwork, seemed off throughout the fight. He threw fewer strikes than usual and appeared slower than in previous bouts. This deviation from his usual fighting style may not have been a matter of strategy, but rather a result of the injury and illness he was dealing with during the fight.
It’s also worth noting that UFC 313 had multiple fighters pulled from the card due to norovirus, suggesting that the illness was widespread among the fighters. Rogan pointed out that despite the difficulties Pereira faced, he still fought with determination, even though his body wasn’t in optimal condition.
Watch Joe Rogan Speaking About Pereira’s Injury Below!
What’s Next for Alex Pereira?
Given the circumstances leading up to UFC 313, it’s possible that Pereira’s injury and illness were a significant factor in his loss to Ankalaev. However, Rogan’s claim also opens up the door for the possibility of a rematch, where Pereira would be fully recovered and prepared to compete at his best. There have been reports of negotiations for a potential rematch in August.
