Michel Pereira gets a chance to turn things around at UFC Houston; check it out.

Michael Pereira in victory in UFC 299. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Michael Pereira He will have a new opportunity to rise again in the UFC. After suffering three consecutive defeats, the most recent by knockout In just 43 seconds, the Brazilian is scheduled to face Zachary Reese at UFC Houston, an event scheduled for February 21st.

Before his slump, Michel was riding a wave of eight consecutive victories, a performance that earned him his first chance against a ranked athlete in the middleweight division (up to 83,9 kg). However, facing anthony hernandezThe Brazilian was ultimately dominated throughout the fight and came out defeated, a result that marked the beginning of his current losing streak in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

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On the other side, Zachary Reese He is going through a more stable moment in his career. The American has one no-contest fight and two recent wins, the most recent of which was by submission, which makes him a dangerous challenge for the Brazilian.

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UFC Houston

In addition to the confrontation between Michael Pereira e Zachary ReeseThe UFC Houston event will feature a main fight between... Sean Strickland e anthony hernandezThe event will also feature the participation of other Brazilians, with Carlos Leal facing up Chidi Njōkuani e Melquizael Costa measuring forces against Dan Ige.