Alex Pereira considers appeal after loss at UFC Freedom 250
New York Post • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:49 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Alex Pereira, at UFC Freedom 250 on June 17, lost to Ciryl Gane in the second round. The event was significant as Pereira aimed to become the first fighter to hold titles in three different weight classes. Following the defeat, Pereira is exploring an appeal, citing concerns over how the match was handled. His team is gathering information to support their case as they move forward.
- •Pereira lost to Ciryl Gane in the second round at Freedom 250.
- •He aimed to win a third title in a different weight class.
- •Concerns were raised about the match handling.
- •Pereira is currently exploring options for an appeal.
- 9:49 PMNew York Post — UFC star Alex Pereira exploring appeal after White House Freedom 250 loss: ‘The bill is going to come’ - New York Post
"The 38-year-old attempted to become the first UFC fighter to ever win titles in three different weight classes at Freedom 250.
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