Pereira highlighted his surprise at being matched with Rountree. He acknowledged Rountree's ranking but emphasized the importance of staying prepared for any opponent.
Pereira discussed the narrative surrounding the fight, expressing interest in Rountree's past performances, while questioning the legitimacy of Rountree's victory over Jacoby.
Facing questions about his future, Pereira revealed his preference to defend his light heavyweight title rather than move up or down in weight classes, valuing preparation.
He reflected on UFC's decision to favor Rountree for his explosive fighting style, contrasting it with Ankalaev’s recent title disappointment.
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