'Epic roasting' - Fans go crazy after UFC champion Magomed Ankalaev claims to have hacked Alex Pereira's X account
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Fans are relieved knowing Alex Pereira's non retirement status, awaits official announcement of the rematch
MMA fans are in for a treat as the rivalry between the current light heavyweight championanderupts once again, with the controversial retirement post made via the allegedly hacked account of the Poatan. A post by the fighter created ripples of speculation across the MMA community and the fans, as the cryptic text indicated an early decision to retire from the sport. However, a clarification clip posted via Pereira's official Instagram handle generated relieved fan reactions. Amidst all these, former rival Ankalaev reposted Pereira's statement on, issuing another rematch callout to the Poatan.On March 8, 2025, Russian fighter Magomed Ankalaev, via a unanimous decision, defeated Alex Pereira to become the newly crowned light heavyweight champion. With the fans and the community speculating about a rematch following the results of the event, the fighters have also agreed to the same. The date and venue for the same have not been announced by the promotion yet, even though the UFC boss, Dana White, has agreed to the probability of a rematch in the post-fight press conference of the 313 event.While fans have been eagerly waiting for the rematch announcement, a post from Pereira's official account on X almost ended the hopes of the fans. The cryptic tweet read, 'I always answered the UFC's calls, but if they want to play with me, we can do that. I've never spoken poorly of the UFC but with what I've just heard I'm disheartened. I've already had thoughts of not fighting anymore, and after what was just relayed to me this may be the start.'Shortly after, the fighter posted a clip on Instagram, clarifying his stance on the entire issue and stating that his X account was actually hacked and it was not he who posted it. Responding to the claim made by the Poatan, former rival and light heavyweight champion too jumped in and wrote his reply to Pereira's claim.'It was me I hacked his account Don't worry, Alex. I'm waiting for you.'Magomed's comment instantly sparked reactions from the fans. One of the users wrote, 'Thats is some crazy hating right there'Another one wrote, 'Epic Roasting.....Killed it....!!!''Everyone can say what they want. You definitely were not scared to throw hands with him and honestly, I actually believe you when you say you are ready for a rematch now I know you just like the money. Lol jk'Also read: 'I was hacked' – Alex Pereira dismisses retirement rumors in stunning turnaround As of this writing, Pereira has not responded to Magomed's claim. With each passing that, the indicators for a rematch are getting stronger and fans very soon will get to see the Poatan back in action within the Octagon.
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