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Alex Perez vs. Tatsuro Taira: Preview, Where to Watch and Betting Odds

Nnaemeka Ijioma
12 Jun 2024
13:13

UFC matchmakers have set up a thrilling main event to mark the 100th event at the UFC Apex. Former title challenger and number five ranked flyweight American Alex Perez will headline UFC Fight Night 242 against unbeaten Japanese Tatsuro Taira. Originally billed to face Tagir Ulanbekov, Perez would now fight with number thirteen Taira. UFC Fight Night 242 takes place on the weekend of 15th June in Las Vegas, with Tatsuro Taira a huge favorite in early odds.

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Alex Perez vs. Tatsuro Taira

MMA: UFC Flyweight

Where to Watch: ESPN2/ESPN+

Venue: Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey

Date: 16.06.2024. 04:00

The 32-year-old Alex Perez will make a quick turn-around from a second-round KO of Matheus Nicolau in late April. The Performance of the Night earning bout saw the American return to the win column after three consecutive losses. The California-born mixed martial artist was a high school wrestler and continues to compete in grappling events. Alex Perez contested for the UFC flyweight championship against Deiveson Figueredo in late 2020, losing by fourth-round submission.

Tale of the Tape

  • Age: 32
  • Height: 5’6”
  • Weight: 125lbs (57kg)
  • Reach: 65”
  • Record: 25-8
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The unbeaten fighter from Okinawa, Japan, arrived in the UFC in 2022 with an unbeaten record. The 24-year-old has maintained that status with a 5-0 record, leading to Tatsuro Taira moving into the 125-pound rankings. With a background in kickboxing, Taira is developing into a feared finisher. His resume includes wins over C.J. Vergara and Carlos Hernandez.

Tale of the Tape

  • Age: 24
  • Height: 5’7’’
  • Reach: 70”
  • Weight: 125lbs (57kg)
  • Record: 15-0

Alex Perez is a 2.62 underdog on Bet365. Over 3.5 is 2.05 odds on 1XBET with the under priced at 1.72. Perez is 2.50 odds to win on Betway. Read more.

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