But Alex was in a perfect position to land even more punches. Before falling to ground, Jiri already ate bunch of elbows and hammer fists. Ref did his job perfectly imho. I dont think that Jiri would do much on the ground; besides Pereira was in full mount. Jiri could try to do something for more 2-20 seconds, but the bombs was already ticking, and from that position Pereira could land more damaging punches. Even after the fight Jiri admitted that there wasnt early stoppage.
"Hey Adesanya, come to daddy" ©Alex Pereira
Do you guys think they can still have another rematch if they want to? But I think it's not fair because Adesanya has not won his previous fight. it could be best for them both if Adesanya has a rematch against Stickland and wins it before he is given a chance to fight Pereira again for their last rematch in the UFC. They might be this hostile against each other today but most likely both will become a good friend in the future because of their experiences and memories after all this is all just business and no one should take it personally when they step outside the ring.