Michel Pereira vs Niko Price — Fight recap

Michel Pereira earned a unanimous decision over Niko Price across all three rounds on July 10, 2021, demonstrating superior striking efficiency and grappling control throughout the bout. Pereira landed 92 of 154 significant strikes (59%) while Price managed 76 of 180 (42%), a notable disparity that reflected Pereira's more calculated approach.

On the mat, Pereira converted 3 of 6 takedown attempts (50%) and accumulated 2:47 of control time compared to Price's 0 of 2 attempts and 2:12 of control. The striking distribution favored Pereira across all zones—52 head strikes, 34 body strikes, and a perfect 6 of 6 on leg kicks—indicating a well-rounded offensive game.

Price's volume output of 180 total strikes proved inefficient, suggesting he was consistently caught moving backward and unable to establish his preferred distance. The victory positioned Pereira as a rising welterweight prospect while Price faced questions about adjusting his high-volume, lower-accuracy style against technical opponents.