Alex Perez vs Muhammad Mokaev — Fight recap

Muhammad Mokaev defeated Alex Perez via unanimous decision over three rounds on March 2, 2024, with referee Keith Peterson overseeing the bout. Mokaev's superior striking efficiency proved decisive, landing 47 of 104 significant strikes (45%) compared to Perez's 30 of 87 (34%), while controlling the center for 4:29 versus Perez's 3:44.

Though neither fighter secured a knockdown, Mokaev's clinch and cage control were evident throughout, evidenced by his three takedown attempts despite limited success on the scorecards. Perez remained primarily a striker, landing 22 head strikes but unable to generate consistent offense or establish wrestling momentum.

Mokaev's output and pressure, particularly to the head with 34 significant strikes there, separated the two flyweights across all three frames. The victory positions Mokaev as a rising prospect in the division while Perez faces questions about his path forward at 125 pounds.