Jiri Prochazka News
Jiri Prochazka scoffs at banter from Jamahal Hill ahead of UFC 311: 'My actions will talk'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 23, 2024
Jiri Prochazka is not concerned with the banter from Jamahal Hill. Prochazka and Hill are scheduled to collide on the UFC 311 card on January 18th. It’s a crucial battle between two former UFC light heavyweight champions. Both men are coming off finishing losses to the current 205-pound ruler Alex Pereira, and are hoping to hold strong in the title picture.
UFC 311 adds numerous high profile fights, including Jiri Prochazka vs. Jamahal Hill
Harry Kettle - December 6, 2024
UFC 311 has added a parade of high profile fights – including a blockbuster light heavyweight clash between Jiri Prochazka and Jamahal Hill. The Ultimate Fighting Championship is coming out swinging to kickstart 2025. In what promises to be a blockbuster year for the promotion, they’ll be getting things underway in style with UFC 311, the first pay-per-view event, which will go down on January 18 in Inglewood, California.
Jamahal Hill explains the difference between his and Jiri Prochazka’s losses to Alex Pereira: “You got dominated, and I got caught”
Harry Kettle - November 29, 2024
Jamahal Hill has attempted to explain the difference between his loss to Alex Pereira and the latter’s wins over Jiri Prochazka. Ever since his loss to Alex Pereira earlier this year, Jamahal Hill has been waiting for the chance to get back in the Octagon. He’s been scheduled to do so on a couple of occasions, only for those encounters to be canceled. Now, the former UFC light heavyweight champion is set to meet another former UFC light heavyweight champion at UFC 311 in the form of Jiri Prochazka.
Jiri Prochazka fires shots at Jamahal Hill and Magomed Ankalaev ahead of UFC 311
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 26, 2024
Jiri Prochazka is tired of hearing shade from Jamahal Hill and Magomed Ankalaev. Prochazka and Hill are set to collide in a battle of former world champions at UFC 311 on January 18th. Both men are coming off losses to Alex Pereira and are hoping to get back on the winning track. It’s a pivotal fight in the light heavyweight division, as the winner could find himself in yet another title fight depending on what the champion Alex Pereira’s next fight is and what the outcome will be.
Jiri Prochazka has his sights set on UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis: “I’ll clear things up a bit there and take the belt”
Harry Kettle - August 26, 2024
Jiri Prochazka has made it known that he’d be interested in squaring off with UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis. As we know, Jiri Prochazka is a pretty unique individual. The former UFC light heavyweight king has a unique style, from his actual fighting approach to how he trains and beyond. In a general sense, he also has a pretty fascinating personality. In the eyes of fans, he’s one of the most exciting competitors out there – especially in the heavier weight classes.
Jiri Prochazka teases UFC return less than two months after knockout loss: "I will let you know soon"
Josh Evanoff - August 19, 2024
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka is working on a return to the cage. ‘The Czech Samurai’ is fresh off his return to the cage in late June at UFC 303. Jiri Prochazka handed Aleksandar Rakic a loss just two months prior but stepped up for a short-notice bout with Alex Pereira. Last November, ‘Poatan’ handed the Czech fighter a second-round knockout loss and the former champion was eager to avenge that defeat.
Jiri Prochazka declares he is "training everywhere" in preparation for UFC return
Harry Kettle - August 8, 2024
UFC star Jiri Prochazka has provided an update on his training as he gears up for a potential return to the cage. In the eyes of many, Jiri Prochazka is one of the most exciting fighters in mixed martial arts. He has a unique style, a fun personality and a whole lot of fans. Unfortunately, in his last two title fights, the former UFC light heavyweight champion has been finished by Alex Pereira.
Firas Zahabi slams Jiri Prochazka for approach in Alex Pereira rematch at UFC 303: “That was his worst approach to a fight ever”
Harry Kettle - July 5, 2024
Firas Zahabi has slated Jiri Prochazka for his approach in the rematch with Alex Pereira at UFC 303. Last weekend, Alex Pereira knocked Jiri Prochazka out in violent fashion. It was a one-sided domination in the main event of UFC 303, as Pereira managed to successfully retain his UFC light heavyweight championship. Prochazka, meanwhile, dropped to 0-2 in his series with ‘Poatan’.
Chael Sonnen says Jiří Procházka is "being a baby" after UFC 303 knockout loss
Curtis Calhoun - July 3, 2024
Chael Sonnen thinks Jiří Procházka’s post-UFC 303 comments about evolution will do more harm than good when it comes to his career. Procházka lost to UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira by second-round knockout at UFC 303 on Saturday. The loss came just seven months after Pereira defeated him for the then-vacant light heavyweight title by controversial stoppage.
Jamahal Hill praises Alex Pereira for making “beautiful adjustments” in Jiri Prochazka rematch: “Absolutely dominant performance”
Harry Kettle - July 3, 2024
Jamahal Hill has given his thoughts on the adjustments made by Alex Pereira in his rematch with Jiri Prochazka. Last weekend at UFC 303, Alex Pereira successfully retained his UFC light heavyweight championship. He did so by knocking out Jiri Prochazka, taking him to 2-0 against the former king. Of course, as we know, his last fight before this one was in the main event of UFC 300, when he knocked Jamahal Hill out.
What's next for Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka after UFC 303?
Cole Shelton - July 1, 2024
The UFC was in Las Vegas, Nevada for UFC 303 with the light heavyweight title on the line in the main event of International Fight Week. In the main event of UFC 303, Alex Pereira took on Jiri Prochazka, in a fight that was made on short notice.
Jiří Procházka breaks silence after head kick knockout loss at UFC 303: "I need to evolve, or not fight again"
Curtis Calhoun - June 30, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jiří Procházka has issued his first remarks after his second loss to Alex Pereira on Saturday. Pereira finished Procházka just 13 seconds into the second round in the UFC 303 main event. The light heavyweight titleholder landed a massive head kick that floored Procházka as he retained the UFC title.
UFC 303 Results: Alex Pereira stops Jiri Prochazka in Round 2 (Video)
Chris Taylor - June 29, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 303 results, including the main event title fight rematch between Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka. Pereira (10-2 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since knocking out Jamahal Hill in the headliner of April’s historic UFC 300 event (see that here). That victory marked the Brazilian’s third in a row, this after scoring wins over Jiri Prochazka and Jan Blachowicz in his previous efforts.
UFC 303: ‘Pereira vs. Prochazka 2’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - June 28, 2024
The Octagon returns to Las Vegas for tonight’s UFC 303 event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by Alex Pereira vs. Jiri Prochazka 2. Pereira (10-2 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since knocking out Jamahal Hill in the headliner of April’s historic UFC 300 event (see that here). That victory marked the Brazilian’s third in a row, this after scoring wins over Jiri Prochazka and Jan Blachowicz in his previous efforts.
UFC 303: ‘Pereira vs. Prochazka 2’ Weigh-in Results - 1 Fighter Missed Weight
Susan Cox - June 28, 2024
The UFC 303: ‘Pereira vs. Prochazka 2’ weigh-ins took place today, Friday, June 28th at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. It will be tomorrow, Saturday, June 29th, that UFC 303 will get underway at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Dana White reacts to Jiří Procházka's witchcraft accusations towards Alex Pereira ahead of UFC 303
Curtis Calhoun - June 27, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has weighed in on Jiří Procházka’s assessment that Alex Pereira is using sorcery and witchcraft to gain an unfair advantage. Procházka has the chance to attain revenge this Saturday at UFC 303 in Las Vegas. Just months after their vacant light heavyweight title fight at UFC 295, Procházka will get a second chance to dethrone Pereira’s light heavyweight reign.
Alex Pereira gives chilling explanation for why he shaves his head before fights
Curtis Calhoun - June 27, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira always shaves his head before his fights, and there’s a chilling explanation behind his pre-fight tradition. Pereira will defend the UFC light heavyweight belt against Jiří Procházka in the UFC 303 main event this Saturday in Las Vegas. He returns to the Octagon to face Procházka seven months after winning the vacant title against him at UFC 295.
Jiri Prochazka says he "will not change anything" from first Alex Pereira fight ahead of UFC 303
Cole Shelton - June 26, 2024
Jiri Prochazka says he won’t be making any changes to the way he fights ahead of his rematch with Alex Pereira at UFC 303. Prochazka and Pereira fought back in November and it was the Brazilian winning by second-round TKO to win the vacant title. Now, not even a year later, the two are rematching and Prochazka says he will be fighting the exact same way he did against Pereira in the first meeting.