Former undisputed middleweight champion, Sean Strickland has been drafted into the training camp of former foe, Alex Pereira ahead of the Brazilian’s undisputed light heavyweight title fight against challenger, Khalil Rountree at UFC 307 next weekend in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Strickland, who retains the number one rank at the middleweight limit, most recently landed a split decision win over former championship challenger, Paulo Costa back in May at UFC 302, earning himself a title rematch against the incumbent, Dricus du Plessis.
And as for Alex Pereira, the former two-division champion has already twice defended his 205lbs crown since his ascension last November, most recently taking out former gold holder, Jiri Prochazka with a stunning second round high-kick knockout win on short-notice at UFC 303 back in June during International Fight Week.