Pantoja's show at UFC 277 makes Dana consider Brazilian as a backup for Deiveson x Moreno

A. Pantoja is a Brazilian standout in the UFC flyweight division. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Featured in UFC 277, held this Saturday (30), in Dallas (USA), Alexandre pantoja performed against Alex Perez recognized by Dana White. In a press conference after the event, the president welcomes the possibility of the Brazilian being a reserve in an eventual quadrilogy between the flyweight champions (up to 56,7kg.) Deiveson Figueiredo (linear) and Brandon Moreno (interim).

"It's a great idea. I like this possibility,” admitted White.

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Fourth placed in the flyweight division, Pantoja has already shared the octagon with both the lineal champion and the main champion. Against Deiveson, Alexandre ended up overcoming in a confrontation held in 2019. Against the Mexican, however, the Tupiniquim accumulated two positive results.

No UFC 277, Pantoja returned to the octagon after almost a year of inactivity. Against Alex Perez, the Brazilian had a gala performance, overcoming his rival with a submission just over a minute into the match.

After the positive result, the athlete did not hide his excitement. In an interview moments after the victory, the fighter even demanded a title fight.