UFC Parts Ways With Michel Pereira After Loss to Shara Bullet in Baku

The UFC is no longer in the Michel Pereira business.

The Brazilian was competing on a one-fight contract for his bout with Shara Magomedov last month in Baku, losing a close decision to "Bullet" after three rounds of foul-filled action. The 32-year-old Brazilian has now dropped four of his last five and sits at 32-15 in his professional career.

MMA Fighting brought news of the roster change on Tuesday.

Pereira started at lightweight, but routinely struggled to make weight, forcing an eventual move to 185 pounds. "Demolidor" is one of the few UFC athletes who can say they've been ranked in two different weight classes, but ultimately Pereira was unable to capitalize on his position.

Pereira has earned seven post-fight performance bonuses throughout his career with three "Fight of the Night" honors. There's no telling where "Demolidor" will end up. PFL remains a viable alternative to the UFC and the developing bare knuckle scene also remains an option.

Source: MMA Mania — read the original