UFC President Dana White said that if Alex "Poatan" Pereira wins a third world championship, he could surpass Jon Jones as the greatest mixed‑martial‑artist of all time. Pereira already holds titles in the middleweight and light‑heavyweight divisions and has vacated the light‑heavyweight belt to chase a heavyweight crown. White’s comment follows a long‑standing defense of Jones,including attempts to overturn a disqualification loss.

White’s Long‑Standing Defense of Jon Jones

According to the report, White has repeatedly championed Jon Jones as the premier fighter in MMA history, even trying to have Jones’ disqualification loss overturned to a no‑contest on multiple occasions. White’s argument hinges on the notion that Jones should have finished the fight before illegal strikes landed and that referee Steve Mazzagatti falied to intervene appropriately. The legalization of 12‑to‑6 elbows has also prompted discussions about retroactively adjusting past fight outcomes that ended via those strikes.

Pereira’s Historic Two‑Title Run Sets the Stage

As the source notes, Pereira captured two titles in record time, first at middleweight and then light heavyweight. He has since vacated the light‑heavyweight belt to pursue victory in the heavyweight division, positioning himself for an unprecedented triiple‑champion status. The potential accomplishment is being touted by White as a game‑changer in the GOAT conversation. If Pereira secures a third world championship, White said he would surpass Jones and claim the top spot.

What the Third Title Means for the GOAT Debate

White’s hint signals a possible shift in the greatest‑of‑all‑time debate. The source says that Pereira’s upcoming bid could redefine the GOAT conversation, a shift that could eclipse Jones’ legacy. The debate over the greatest mixed‑martial‑atrist of all time has intensified with recent developments surrounding Pereira’s potential achievement. The question now is whether a triple‑champion will carry more weight than Jones’ record of 27 wins , 1 loss, and 1 no‑contest.

Holly Holm’s Career Timeline Adds Context

The report also mentions former UFC champion Holly Holm, who has provided a timeline for the end of her fighting career.. Holm’s retirement plans add another layer to the ongoing narratives in MMA, as the sport watches the next generation of fighters vie for historic milestones.

Who Is the Unnamed Buyer?

While the source does not name the potential third‑division title , it does highlight that Pereira’s move to heavyweight is unprecedented. The question remains: will the heavyweight division accept a champion who has already held titles in two other weight classes? The answer will shape the narrative for years to come.