The rivalry between Jiri Prochazka and Jamahal Hill is quickly escalating, with both former champions engaging in a fierce war of words on social media. The two have been trading insults over their respective losses to light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira.

Both fighters were knocked out by Pereira, with Prochazka suffering two losses to the Brazilian, while Hill was defeated once. Hill has made his disdain for Prochazka clear, predicting an early finish in their potential fight set for January. In an exclusive interview with Sportskeeda MMA, Prochazka responded to Hill’s trash talk, making it clear that he’s unfazed by Hill’s comments.

“For me, it’s not distracting. I just see that the guy needs to speak a lot. And most of what he says, I don’t want to say is nonsense, but in many things he’s right,” Prochazka said. “But I can say that he’s not right. He’s not right on his point of view on my style. And this is what I want to show, not just talk about it. I don’t like to talk a lot.”

Prochazka emphasized that actions in the cage will speak louder than words, challenging Hill’s view of him and vowing to prove his worth when they finally face off.

In the same interview, Prochazka shared his thoughts on a potential title fight between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev, the next possible challenger for the light heavyweight title. Prochazka, who has faced Pereira twice, expressed confidence in the Brazilian’s ability to handle the Russian grappler.

While analysts highlight Ankalaev’s grappling as a key to his success, Prochazka believes Pereira’s fierce determination and willpower will ultimately secure him the win. With Pereira’s recent victory over Khalil Rountree Jr. and Ankalaev’s win over Aleksandar Rakic, the stage is set for an intriguing light heavyweight showdown.

Prochazka’s words and confidence in Pereira’s abilities hint at an exciting future for the light heavyweight division.