Alex Pereira is a Brazilian mixed martial artist and former UFC Middleweight Champion, known for his devastating striking power, particularly his knockout ability. Born on July 7, 1987, in São Bernardo do Campo, Brazil, Pereira gained prominence as a kickboxer before transitioning to MMA. He is best known for his victories over Israel Adesanya in kickboxing, and later, his impressive win against Adesanya in their UFC middleweight title fight. Pereira's aggressive fighting style, powerful left hook, and striking accuracy have made him a standout in the UFC's middleweight division.