Joe Rogan is UFC’s favorite presenter. Fans and fighters like him alike. Alex Pereira recently asked for a picture with the presenter, podcaster, and stand-up comedian after his fight at UFC 281. Alex Pereira defeated Israel Adesanya to claim the middleweight belt and thus became the new champion.

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Joe Rogan obliged the fighter with a big smile. Fans on Twitter had a lot to say about this little moment that they saw. They had several hilarious comparisons to make.

The user was referring to using his long arms to pull the star presenter. Another fan spoke about the fighter’s recent display of dominance.

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Further, people also had some funny comments about Rogan.

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Alex Pereira wanted a picture with Joe Rogan

In a fight that went on till the 5th round, Alex Pereira knocked out Israel Adesanya, who has defended his title several times.

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The happiness of becoming the middleweight champion was evident on his face. ‘The Poatan’ was about to get clicked with his coaches and corners. Joe Rogan tried to move away, but Alex Pereira pulled him into the frame.

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A user commented about Rogan’s reaction.

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 Referring to the surprised look in Joe Rogan’s eyes when Alex Pereira pulled him, another user said,

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Another user mentioned how good the moment was and commented on the Spotify podcaster’s celebrity status.

Rogan is loved for his opinions and podcasts worldwide and has a massive following. As a result, UFC fighters too aren’t immune to his celebrity status and love to get clicked with him.

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Joe Rogan’s big ‘cheese’ smile

Rogan was quick to put on a big smile when Alex Pereira asked for a picture and Twitter users were quick to point it out.

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Users also noticed the difference in the frame when Pereira and Rogan stood together.

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Joe Rogan is a name that has become synonymous with the UFC. He has stayed around the octagon with his unique and trademark presentation. Fighters around the world love Rogan and Alex Pereira is no exception.

What do you think about Pereira’s recent win and Rogan’s reaction to Pereira wanting to click a picture with him?

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Akshay Pallav is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. He is passionate about MMA and is dedicated to producing high-quality content that is both informative and engaging for readers. Akshay has extensive experience covering the sport, including interviewing top stars like Marlon Moraes and Sage Northcutt. Akshay’s love for combat sports dates back to 2002 when he was watching televised proceedings of a global event. As a writer, Akshay has a unique ability to recreate the intensity of fights with his words. He believes in understanding the fighter's mindset before, during, and after the fight, and his deep understanding of the sport shines through in his writing. In addition to his work as a writer, Akshay is also a talented athlete. He has played multiple sports for his university, including basketball, volleyball, and track & field. As a passionate soccer fan and Manchester United supporter, he understands the importance of being a dedicated fan while also maintaining a professional and unbiased approach to his writing.

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