Alex Pereira plans heavyweight return to UFC in November
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 11:54 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Alex Pereira, a former two-division champion, aims for a return to the Octagon in November, focusing on the heavyweight division. After a controversial TKO loss to Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250, Pereira expressed a desire for redemption and is open to any opponent. UFC has yet to finalize its November schedule, but Pereira has had success at Madison Square Garden, where he is undefeated in three fights.
- •Pereira plans a heavyweight fight this November.
- •He lost to Ciryl Gane via TKO in his last match.
- •Pereira calls for action against referee Herb Dean for his officiating.
- •He has a perfect 3-0 record at Madison Square Garden.
- •UFC's November schedule remains unannounced beyond a Fight Night in Paris.
- 11:54 PMCBS Sports — Former two-division champion Alex Pereira planning return at heavyweight in November
"Pereira is determined to continue his heavyweight journey and plans to return to the Octagon in November
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