Alex Pereira 2024 UFC Topps Chrome

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Alex Pereira UFC Topps

Alex Pereira: The Card, The Champion, The Knockout King

The Alex Pereira #4 2024 Topps Chrome UFC Card

The Alex Pereira base card, number #4 in the 2024 Topps Chrome UFC set, is a highly sought-after collectible due to his status as a two-division champion.

Value and Rarity

• Ungraded Value: The base card typically sells for around $2.05.
• Graded Value: Cards receiving the highest grade (PSA 10) sell for an estimated $44.00, with other top grades like BGS 10 fetching up to $57.00.

Variations (Parallels)

The card comes in numerous parallel variations, which are significantly rarer than the base card. These include:

• Refractor
• X-Fractor, Prism Refractor
• Sepia Refractor, Purple Refractor
• Blue Refractor (/150) and Blue Wave Refractor
• Aqua Refractor (/199) and Speckle Refractor (/299)
• Gold Refractor (/50)

The Popularity of "Poatan"

Alex "Poatan" Pereira is widely regarded as one of the greatest combat athletes of all time, largely due to his unprecedented success in two different sports.

Kickboxing and UFC Achievements

• Kickboxing: Pereira is a former Glory Middleweight Champion (with five successful defenses) and Light Heavyweight Champion. He is the only fighter to have held Glory titles in two weight classes simultaneously.
• UFC: He is the current and two-time UFC Light Heavyweight Champion and a former UFC Middleweight Champion. Pereira is the first and only fighter to win championships in both the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions of the UFC. He holds the record for the fewest MMA bouts (11) to become a two-division UFC champion.

Life and Persona

His appeal extends beyond his devastating knockout power. Pereira's "larger than life" popularity stems from his calm, stoic demeanor and an inspiring life story. He initially started training in 2009 to improve his quality of life and get away from alcohol, having previously worked as a tire repairman. His quiet intensity and tendency to deliver violent knockout finishes, coupled with avoiding "fake drama," have made him a fan favorite.

Alex Pereira's Most Recent UFC Fight Recap

• Event: UFC 320
• Venue: T-Mobile Arena
• Opponent: Magomed Ankalaev (Rematch)
• Outcome: Alex Pereira won via TKO (punches) at 1:20 of Round 1 to reclaim the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Pereira pressured Ankalaev and dropped him with an overhand right, leading to the rapid stoppage.

UFC White House Event Plans

Pereira had been publicly campaigning for a heavyweight superfight against Jon Jones at the rumored upcoming UFC White House event. However, he recently stated on social media that his participation in the event is a **"NO GO,"** suggesting he will not be fighting on that card. The UFC White House card, expected in 2026, has not yet had any bouts officially confirmed.