Anthony Hernandez vs. Michel Pereira is an upcoming middleweight mixed martial arts fight promoted and organized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). This fight is scheduled to headline UFC Fight Night 245 on October 19, 2024. As of October 17, 2024, Michel Pereira, with a record of 31 wins, 11 losses, and 2 no-contests (31-11-0, 2 NC), will square off against the American mixed martial artist, Anthony Hernandez, who holds a professional record of 12 wins, 2 losses, and 1 no-contest (12-2-0, 1 NC).
Hernandez, the 13th-ranked middleweight contender in the UFC, is currently riding a five-fight winning streak. In his last fight, he had a submission victory over Roman Kopylov at UFC 298. Pereira, on the other hand, is on an eight-fight winning streak and won his last fight against Ihor Potieria via a guillotine choke submission at UFC 301. As of October 17, 2024, Hernandez is ranked 13th on the middleweight rankings, whereas his opponent, Pereira is ranked 14th among the middleweights.
Anthony Hernandez vs. Michel Pereira Tale of the Tape
| Stats | Anthony Hernandez | Michel Pereira |
| MMA Record | 12-2-0 (1NC) | 31-11-0 (2NC) |
| Age | 31 | 31 |
| Nickname | Fluffy | Demolidor |
| UFC Ranking (Middleweight) | 13 | 14 |
| Last Fight | Win | Win |
| Nationality | American | Brazilian |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Weight | 185 lb (84 kg) | 185 lb (84 kg) |
| Reach | 75 in | 73 in |
| Leg Reach | 40 in | 42 in |
| Striking Accuracy | 59% | 54% |
| Takedown Accuracy | 49% | 55% |
| Takedown Defense | 63% | 94% |
| Win Streak (Active) | 5 | 8 |
| MMA Debut | 2014 | 2011 |
Anthony Hernandez Record
As of October 17, 2024, Anthony Hernandez maintains a professional MMA record of 12 wins to 2 losses and 1 no-contest (12-2-0, 1NC). He has wins against formidable opponents like Marc-Andre Barriault and Roman Kopylov. Among his wins, two were achieved by knockout, eight by submission, and two via decision.
| 15 matches | 12 wins | 2 losses |
| By knockout | 2 | 1 |
| By submission | 8 | 1 |
| By decision | 2 | 0 |
| No contests | 1 | |
Michel Pereira Record
As of October 17, 2024, Michel Pereira holds a professional MMA record of 31 wins, 11 losses, and 2 no-contests (31-11-0, 2 NC). Pereira’s only losses in the UFC were against Diego Sanchez and Tristan Connelly. Out of his victories, 11 came via knockout, 9 by submitting his opponents, and 11 won by decision.
| 44 matches | 31 wins | 11 losses |
| By knockout | 11 | 1 |
| By submission | 9 | 1 |
| By decision | 11 | 8 |
| By disqualification | 0 | 1 |
| No contests | 2 | |
FAQs on Anthony Hernandez vs Michel Pereira
A. Anthony Hernandez vs. Michel Pereira is scheduled to take place on October 19, 2024, at UFC Fight Night 245.
A. Anthony Hernandez vs. Michel Pereira is set to take place at the UFC Apex facility in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.
A. Anthony Hernandez holds an MMA record of 12-2-0 (2NC) and is currently the thirteenth-ranked middleweight.
A. Michel Pereira holds a record of 31 wins to 11 losses and 2 no-contests (31-11-0, 2NC).
A. Hernandez is an American national. He was born in Dunnigan, California, U.S.
A. Anthony Hernandez is 31 years old as of October 2024.
